
Kings of the Turf
1941
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Minimal
1950
APPROVEDDirector
Harry Foster
Runtime
9 minutes
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King of the Jockeys is a mid-century sports documentary that prioritizes the documentation of athletic prowess over social complexity. The film functions as a celebration of professional merit within the established structures of 1950s American horse racing. Because the subject matter is strictly focused on the individual success of Ted Atkinson, the narrative lacks engagement with multi-layered identities. The production reinforces traditionalist social hierarchies and the conventional masculine archetype of the era.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses solely on the professional athletic career of Ted Atkinson. It does not depict any LGBTQ+ characters or address non-cisgender identities.
The documentary centers on the male-dominated world of professional jockey racing. It reinforces mid-century standards by emphasizing masculine achievement and physical labor.
The film highlights a singular jockey within a traditionalist framework. It lacks evidence of diverse casting and does not explore the intersection of race and identity.
This production celebrates American sporting culture and professional skill. It adheres to traditional values of competition and reinforces the prestige of the established racing industry.
The film provides no information or visible representation regarding individuals with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
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Official Synopsis
Ted Atkinson, the winningnest jockey on American racetracks is the subject for this Columbia World of Sports short. He is shown working out his mounts and then racing them at various racetracks in America.

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