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My Grandfather's Clock

Name: My Grandfather's Clock
Director: Felix E. Feist
Released: 1934
Duration: 17 min

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Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1934

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Director

Felix E. Feist

Runtime

17 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

My Grandfather's Clock is a conventional 1930s genre piece that prioritizes traditional narrative structures. The mystery revolves around inheritance and legal disputes, centering on established social hierarchies rather than challenging them. The film reflects the demographic homogeneity of its era. The investigation is driven by male authority figures, and the setting suggests a lack of racial or cultural diversity. Ultimately, the film functions as a standard musical mystery. It lacks the multi-layered complexity or intentional representation required to move beyond the era's restrictive social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does My Grandfather's Clock have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows the straight-centered social structures typical of 1934 cinema. There is no evidence of same-sex intimacy or non-cisgender identities.

How does My Grandfather's Clock portray gender?

Fair

The film centers on male protagonists, particularly the detective and the doctor. While the nightclub setting offers opportunities for female performers, the intellectual authority remains male-dominated.

How racially and ethnically diverse is My Grandfather's Clock?

Minimal

The setting and genre suggest a homogeneous Anglo-Saxon demographic. The narrative lacks any indication of diverse casting or characters from different racial backgrounds.

How does My Grandfather's Clock represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot emphasizes Western legal structures like wills and inheritance. It reinforces traditional social stability rather than challenging them.

Does My Grandfather's Clock include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No disability-related clichés or central plot drivers are present.

Present on Screen

The nightclub setting provides a space for expressive musical performances.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial diversity, reflecting a homogeneous Anglo-Saxon demographic.
Intellectual leadership is heavily skewed toward male characters.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability.

Official Synopsis

At Phwitterby-on-Thames, England, a murder has occurred and Philo Holmes and Dr. Watkins are out to investigate it. It seems as though there was a second will and changes have been made as to who will receive what. Philo is the ace detective, and he brings everyone from the nightclub to see him solve the case.

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