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Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert

Name: Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert
Director: Mark Lucas
Released: 2011
Duration: 50 min

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2011

Director

Mark Lucas

Runtime

50 minutes

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This concert is a specialized musical document focused on preserving historical traditions rather than contemporary social configurations. It aims to recreate the aesthetics of the mid-20th century, which inherently relies on traditional social frameworks. Because the production aims to evoke a specific era of American excellence, it avoids deconstructing traditional hierarchies. The commitment to classical, traditionalist values results in a presentation that lacks consideration of overlapping identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The performance focuses on the Great American Songbook, a genre centered around traditional heterosexual relationships. The music selections emphasize classic romantic themes without any hidden references to LGBTQ+ experiences.

How does Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert portray gender?

Fair

MacFarlane and Sara Bareilles perform in a traditional duet format. The production follows conventional gender roles from the 1940s–60s era, highlighting traditional romantic interactions without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert?

Limited

The orchestration leans towards a musical tradition dominated by white performers. The performance style reflects the 'Crooner' era, presenting a historically white-focused genre.

How does Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film celebrates Western musical traditions and mid-century cultural standards. It emphasizes nostalgia and traditionalism, avoiding critique of Western institutions or religious frameworks.

Does Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in Concert include disability representation?

Minimal

The focus remains on musical performance and vocal delivery. There is no indication of performers representing visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

High level of technical traditionalism through the use of a thirty-nine-piece orchestra.
Sophisticated engagement with mid-century musical aesthetics and the Great American Songbook.

Limited or Absent

Lack of engagement with LGBTQ+ identities or hidden references to queer experiences.
Adherence to conventional gender roles and traditional romantic hierarchies.
Minimal representation of diverse racial or ethnic identities within the genre's framework.

Official Synopsis

Emmy-winning writer, producer, director, and actor of 'Family Guy', Seth MacFarlane takes to the stage to wow audiences in the style of crooners like Dean Martin & Sinatra. Backed by a thirty-nine piece, all-star orchestra conducted by Joel McNeely, MacFarlane is also joined by special guest Sara Bareilles. The duo meticulously turn back time with Great American Songbook classics of the 1940's, 50's and 60's, all featured on McFarlane's 2011 album, 'Music Is Better Than Words'. This concert was recorded at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, California on March 26th, 2011. Setlist : The Night They Invented Champagne * It's Anybody's Spring * Anytime, Anywhere * Music Is Better Than Words * Two Sleepy People * You're The Cream In My Coffee * Something Good * Love Won't Let You Get Away * It's Easy To Remember * You And I * The Sadder But Wiser Girl

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