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Over the Goal

Name: Over the Goal
Director: Noel M. Smith
Released: 1937
Duration: 63 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1937

Approved

Director

Noel M. Smith

Runtime

63 minutes

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Over the Goal is a period-typical genre piece that prioritizes traditional social hierarchies. The narrative centers on masculine-coded heroism and conventional romantic structures common to the 1930s. The film's stakes are tied to institutional stability, specifically saving a college through athletic success, reinforcing established Western values rather than challenging them. Overall, the work offers minimal disruption to the social norms of its era, functioning as a standard studio-system comedy.

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Category Breakdown

Does Over the Goal have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a typical romantic-comedy structure centered around a male protagonist. It lacks narratives that critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender, or features characters with diverse gender identities.

How does Over the Goal portray gender?

Limited

The plot focuses on masculine-coded heroism, with the male lead being the primary driver of the story. The romance genre suggests a female presence, but the narrative emphasizes masculine-coded heroism.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Over the Goal?

Minimal

The film likely reflects the systemic homogeneity of 1937. It adheres to conventional depictions of Western collegiate life from the pre-integration era, suggesting limited racial diversity.

How does Over the Goal represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story reinforces traditional Western values, such as the importance of collegiate athletics and institutional stability. It emphasizes social cohesion through the preservation of educational systems.

Does Over the Goal include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the depiction of physical or neurodivergent characters.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, high-stakes narrative centered on preserving the institution and community.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse perspectives, relying heavily on traditional masculine-coded heroism and conventional romantic clichés.
The film reflects the systemic homogeneity of its era, offering little racial or cultural variety.

Official Synopsis

The Carlton State star quarterback is wrongly thrown in jail, almost guaranteeing a major loss as well as costing the college a donation which would save the school from closing.

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