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Charleston

Name: Charleston
Director: Enzo Barboni
Released: 1974
Duration: 111 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1974

Director

Enzo Barboni

Runtime

111 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Charleston is a genre-driven crime comedy that prioritizes traditional archetypes over social complexity. The narrative focuses on a singular male protagonist's rise through a male-dominated criminal hierarchy, reinforcing conventional 1970s clichés. The film adheres to established genre expectations, emphasizing individualistic pursuit of status. It lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt systemic hierarchies or present a diverse range of identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Charleston have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around traditional mid-century masculine roles within a crime setting.

How does Charleston portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist and his pursuit of power. There are no female characters who play a significant role in driving the story or challenges to gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Charleston?

Fair

The setting suggests an Italian-American cultural context through the 'wise guy' cliché. However, there is no evidence of a diverse cast or disruption of demographic norms.

How does Charleston represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film follows established crime comedy conventions without critiquing Western institutions or religion. It focuses on individual ambition within a specific subculture.

Does Charleston include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this work.

Present on Screen

Provides a specific Italian-American cultural context through its urban setting and character clichés.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of female characters who play a significant role in driving the story or influence.
Fails to include LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender perspectives.
Does not feature a diverse racial cast beyond a specific ethnic subculture.
Offers no visible representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Sonny, a New York wise guy, dreams of becoming a feared gangster. He runs errands for the mob and is rewarded by being given the control over Mulberry Street, which is a street that faces a boxing gym.

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