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The Courage of the Commonplace

Name: The Courage of the Commonplace
Director: Rollin S. Sturgeon
Released: 1913
Duration: 13 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1913

Director

Rollin S. Sturgeon

Runtime

13 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This period drama reflects the social norms of the early silent era. It centers on a female protagonist's struggle between domestic duty and personal intellectual aspirations. Although it lacks diverse representation, it subtly challenges traditional feminine roles through the protagonist's pursuit of education. Representation is limited by the historical context, focusing on a standard nuclear family unit and conventional moral frameworks.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Courage of the Commonplace have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any non-straight relationships or same-sex intimacy. The story revolves around traditional family structures.

How does The Courage of the Commonplace portray gender?

Fair

The protagonist shows strength through her desire for higher education, providing a contrast to her traditional role of selfless domestic service.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Courage of the Commonplace?

Minimal

The story focuses on a typical Anglo-Saxon farming family. There is no indication of a diverse cast or multi-ethnic backgrounds.

How does The Courage of the Commonplace represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative highlights Western values such as filial piety and self-sacrifice. Personal growth is framed through established cultural institutions.

Does The Courage of the Commonplace include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. The focus remains on the protagonist's social and familial responsibilities.

Present on Screen

The protagonist's quest for higher education provides a layer of empowerment beyond her domestic role.
The film delves into nuanced themes of personal ambition versus familial responsibility.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-straight experiences.
There is no visible racial or ethnic diversity within the cast or narrative.
The story does not include characters navigating physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A farmer's daughter, who devotedly endlessly gives selflessly of herself to her parents and younger siblings, dreams of going to college, which she's saved money to be able to pay for.

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