
The Man Who Wagged His Tail
1957

Representation Score
Limited
1953
ApprovedDirector
C.M. Pennington-Richards
Runtime
85 minutes
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The film functions as a typical genre piece from 1953, focusing on a newspaperman and an Irish oracle. The narrative centers on gambling and national uproar, avoiding identity-based exploration. Representation is conventional, with ability to act concentrated in male-dominated professional roles and a likely homogeneous cast. The film does not challenge established social hierarchies or provide meaningful visibility for underrepresented groups.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships. The character interactions follow the traditional heterosexual norms typical of mid-century comedies.
The story focuses on male characters in journalism and sports betting, emphasizing traditional gender roles and hierarchies.
The film is set in Ireland and features a cast that seems homogeneous for its time. It emphasizes nationalistic themes without exploring diverse ethnic backgrounds or using diverse casting.
The film uses gambling and fate as comedic elements but does not critique Western institutions or religious structures. It follows a traditional situational comedy format.
There is no information available regarding the portrayal of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
An Irish "oracle" foretells the next day's track results to a newspaperman, resulting in a national uproar.

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