
This Stuff'll Kill Ya!
1971

Representation Score
Minimal
1964
Not RatedDirector
Herschell Gordon Lewis
Runtime
85 minutes
Average Rating
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Moonshine Mountain is a traditional genre piece reflecting the demographic and social hierarchies of 1960s rural American cinema. The narrative architecture is built around conventional masculine conflict and lacks intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film focuses on a country singer caught in a feud between moonshiners and the 'Revenoores.' This setup prioritizes visceral entertainment and genre clichés over social commentary. Ultimately, the work functions as a standard period drama, adhering to the era's typical depictions of white, rural populations and traditional gender roles.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It follows the traditional social structures typical of mid-century Western and drama genres.
The story centers on a male protagonist and male-dominated conflicts. Female characters are mostly passive or supportive within domestic settings.
The setting suggests a predominantly homogeneous cast. There is no indication of a diverse ensemble or actors from different racial backgrounds.
The film explores localized moonshining conflicts and outlaw archetypes within a traditional framework of rural folk drama. It does not provide social critique.
There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities serving as significant plot devices or central narrative figures.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A country western singer returns home to the Carolina hills, where he gets caught up in a feud between some homeboy moonshiners and 'the Revenoores'.

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