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The Child of Paris

The Child of Paris

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1913

Not Rated

Director

Léonce Perret

Runtime

124 minutes

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The film is a product of its historical era, functioning as a traditional melodrama centered on kidnapping and familial separation. It follows the period-specific norms of early silent cinema without attempting to disrupt social hierarchies. While the female protagonist serves as the narrative catalyst, the themes remain rooted in classical morality and the protection of innocence against criminal elements.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Child of Paris have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It adheres to the conventional social structures of the early 20th century.

How does The Child of Paris portray gender?

Fair

The plot centers around a young girl and the absence of a father. While the daughter drives the story, the kidnappers and the pursuer hold significant control over the narrative.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Child of Paris?

Minimal

The Parisian setting and 1913 production context suggest a homogeneous demographic. There is no indication of ethnic blending or diverse casting.

How does The Child of Paris represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows a traditional melodrama framework. It focuses on protecting innocence against social disorder rather than critiquing Western institutions.

Does The Child of Paris include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no documented evidence regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this work.

Present on Screen

  • The narrative places a young girl at the center of the plot's emotional stakes.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks intentionality regarding diverse identities or the subversion of established social hierarchies.
  • There is no evidence of racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ representation within the story.

Official Synopsis

The young daughter of an army captain missing in action runs away from school and is kidnapped by Parisian lowlifes. When the kidnapper flees to Nice with the child, the kind-hearted employee of one of his accomplices sets off in pursuit.

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