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1952
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A Bullet for Joey
Representation Score
0.5/10
Minimal
1955
NRDirector
Lewis Allen
Runtime
85 minutes
Average Rating
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A Bullet for Joey is shaped by its 1955 historical context, reinforcing mid-century social structures. The narrative focuses almost entirely on male characters, relegating women to peripheral roles. The film presents a homogeneous, white cast reflecting the demographic norms of the time. It does not disrupt traditional Anglo-centric storytelling or challenge conventional Western authority. Overall, the work operates within a narrow social framework, offering no representation for LGBTQ+ individuals or people with disabilities.
Category Breakdown
Does A Bullet for Joey have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film follows a strictly heterosexual and cisgender perspective. There are no representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.
How does A Bullet for Joey portray gender?
Male characters dominate the narrative, driving the plot forward. Female characters play minor, supporting roles and the film fails the Bechdel test.
How racially and ethnically diverse is A Bullet for Joey?
The cast is primarily white with little diversity. The film does not feature significant minority representation or actors from different backgrounds.
How does A Bullet for Joey represent religion and culture?
The story adheres to traditional frontier morality and conventional justice. It does not challenge Western institutions or offer a postcolonial critique.
Does A Bullet for Joey include disability representation?
No visible or invisible disabilities are shown. Characters are depicted as physically typical without considering neurodivergent perspectives.
Present on Screen
- The film provides a clear, genre-consistent exploration of mid-century crime and thriller themes.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks gender diversity, as female characters have little influence and substantive dialogue.
- There is a significant absence of racial and ethnic diversity within the main cast.
- The narrative fails to include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities.
Official Synopsis
Raoul Leduc is a police inspector trailing a spy who plots to kidnap an important American atomic scientist. Joe Victor a gangster who is hired to carry out the abduction, balks when he learns what is at stake and helps Leduc out instead.
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