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Tequila!

Name: Tequila!
Director: Tulio Demicheli
Released: 1973
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

2.7/10

Limited

1973

Director

Tulio Demicheli

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Tequila! operates primarily as a traditional genre piece that relies heavily on established Western clichés. While it offers a slight subversion of gender norms through Shosena's role, the overall narrative structure remains largely conventional. The film lacks multi-layered complexity, focusing instead on localized interpersonal and economic tensions. It does not engage with systemic critiques or diverse social hierarchies, adhering to the standard outlaw-versus-authority dynamics of the 1970s.

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Category Breakdown

Does Tequila! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge standard social norms.

How does Tequila! portray gender?

Fair

Shosena stands out as a strong female character who acts as a clever bank robber, offering a departure from passive female roles. However, her role remains within a typical genre framework.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Tequila!?

Limited

The film focuses on local economic conflicts between farmers and a bank owner, lacking explicit representation of diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.

How does Tequila! represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot uses common Western clichés of a corrupt landowner, without a systemic deconstruction of institutions or a focus on secularist philosophy.

Does Tequila! include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the portrayal of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Shosena provides a notable female character who demonstrates intelligence and ability to act as a clever bank robber.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and adheres to traditional romantic archetypes.
The narrative relies on common Western clichés rather than providing a systemic critique of social or racial hierarchies.
There is no evidence of diverse racial, ethnic, or disability representation within the story.

Official Synopsis

Shosena, a clever bank robber, is associated with "Jaguar" to take a big hit. They think the town where the bank owned dock Koven, a man who has against all the farmers of the place. His only son, George, is in love with the daughter of Rush, his most angry enemy. And ... coincidentally, Shosena and "Jaguar" to justify their stay in the village, get to work for him.

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