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Yankee

Name: Yankee
Director: Tinto Brass
Released: 1966
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

1966

Director

Tinto Brass

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Yankee is a genre piece that follows the traditional Western themes of the 1960s. The story centers on a power struggle in a desolate New Mexico town, emphasizing male-driven dynamics. Although Tinto Brass is known for challenging social norms, this particular film adheres to conventional genre standards regarding race and gender. The narrative does not provide clear examples of diverse or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. Ultimately, the film reflects the limitations of its time, offering a cynical perspective on the collapse of frontier life without a diverse or inclusive cast.

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Category Breakdown

Does Yankee have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities. It seems to follow typical 1960s Western storylines.

How does Yankee portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a power struggle among male characters. Women's roles are not clearly defined, and their ability to influence the plot is uncertain.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Yankee?

Limited

The New Mexico setting suggests a diverse population, but the film sticks to traditional Western stereotypes. Characters of color with significant roles are not confirmed.

How does Yankee represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story presents a cynical view of the collapse of the frontier, focusing on power dynamics rather than religious or civic morals.

Does Yankee include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The film provides a critical look at the collapse of frontier institutions and traditional social structures.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight identities.
The film relies on traditional Western stereotypes rather than reflecting the diverse ethnic reality of New Mexico.
character's ability to drive the story is limited to traditional masculine hierarchies and power struggles.

Official Synopsis

A man known only as 'Yankee' rides into a dying, desolate frontier New Mexico town completely controlled by 'The Grand Cougar', setting off a chain of events where dominance is the prize.

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