You are here:

A Fistful of Fingers

Name: A Fistful of Fingers
Director: Edgar Wright
Released: 1995
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1995

TV-MA

Director

Edgar Wright

Runtime

78 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

A Fistful of Fingers sticks closely to the conventions of the Western genre. The narrative emphasizes traditional character types like the silent hero and the evil villain, rather than exploring complex social themes. While the film includes a non-white character, the portrayal relies on familiar stereotypes rather than progressive representation. The story lacks engagement with diverse identities, gender roles, and disability issues, resulting in a narrow narrative focus.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does A Fistful of Fingers have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any non-cisgender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does A Fistful of Fingers portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a silent, strong male character, which is a typical role for masculine archetypes. This reinforces traditional ideas about masculinity and leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Fistful of Fingers?

Fair

The film includes an Indian sidekick, providing some non-white representation. However, the character is portrayed using well-known stereotypes rather than challenging racial biases.

How does A Fistful of Fingers represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative follows a simple good-versus-evil storyline focused on frontier justice. It does not explore deeper critiques of Western institutions or moral frameworks.

Does A Fistful of Fingers include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters with physical disabilities, mental health issues, or neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

The film includes a non-white character, providing some ethnic diversity.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on stereotypical characterizations instead of meaningful representation.
It reinforces traditional masculine archetypes and gender hierarchies.
The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and disabilities.
The story follows a simple moral framework without exploring systemic or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

Follow the exploits of taciturn hero No Name and his stereotypical Indian side-kick Running Sore as they search for the nefarious villain The Squint.

How are these scores produced? →