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The City of Gold

The City of Gold

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2018

TV-14

Director

Harry Locke IV

Runtime

99 minutes

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The City of Gold operates within the confines of the adventure-thriller genre. It emphasizes the internal psychological journey of a Western male protagonist over a diverse or multi-layered ensemble. Although the Amazonian setting provides a backdrop for cultural conflict, the narrative primarily serves as a stage for the Western protagonist's personal growth. The film does not disrupt social hierarchies or offer diverse identity representation. Ultimately, the production adheres to conventional formulas, focusing on individual drama rather than broader social or cultural critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does The City of Gold have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a traditional romantic relationship between estranged lovers. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The City of Gold portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male media magnate whose psychological struggles drive the plot. Although there is a female character, the narrative primarily centers on the male lead's journey.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The City of Gold?

Fair

The film's setting in the Peruvian Amazon offers potential for diverse representation. However, the focus remains on a Western protagonist, and the presence of a rebel occupation does not significantly increase the ability to act of characters of color.

How does The City of Gold represent religion and culture?

Limited

The movie employs typical Western adventure themes such as philanthropy and art pursuit. It does not critically examine Western institutions, focusing instead on the psychological trauma of the main character.

Does The City of Gold include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of visible or invisible disabilities being portrayed in the narrative or among the cast.

Present on Screen

  • The film sets a compelling, high-stakes environment in the Peruvian Amazon.
  • It offers a focused psychological study of the central protagonist.

Limited or Absent

  • The story relies on traditional gender roles and a Western-centric viewpoint.
  • There is a lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities.
  • The plot lacks a broader critique of the social or cultural structures present in the setting.

Official Synopsis

An anguished media magnate, Jonathan Davenport, accompanies his estranged lover to the Peruvian Amazon in pursuit of a reclusive artist living in rebel occupation. Despite their philanthropic intentions, the mission proves to be the harbinger of something dark and ominous rooted deep within Jonathan.

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