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That Gang of Mine

Name: That Gang of Mine
Director: Joseph H. Lewis
Released: 1940
Duration: 62 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1940

Director

Joseph H. Lewis

Runtime

62 minutes

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That Gang of Mine follows a typical mid-century underdog story. It features a straightforward, linear narrative focused on a group of street kids working towards a single athletic goal. The story emphasizes traditional success stories over complex social critiques. The film lacks depth in addressing multiple aspects of identity, focusing mainly on socioeconomic struggles within a narrow demographic. It reinforces existing social hierarchies rather than challenging them, making it a conventional genre piece of its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does That Gang of Mine have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't include any themes related to LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships. It adheres strictly to the social norms of the 1940s.

How does That Gang of Mine portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist and a male-dominated gang. There is a lack of female influence in the main storyline.

How racially and ethnically diverse is That Gang of Mine?

Limited

The narrative focuses on socioeconomic issues rather than cultural diversity. There is no indication of a racially diverse cast.

How does That Gang of Mine represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film follows the classic American Dream theme, emphasizing individual effort and meritocracy. It upholds traditional values without questioning social structures.

Does That Gang of Mine include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, goal-oriented narrative centered on community cooperation and perseverance.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks diverse representation across gender, race, and sexual orientation.
The narrative relies on traditional formulas that uphold existing social hierarchies rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

A street kid has dreams of becoming a jockey. He gets his chance when he and his gang discover a poor old man who has a championship race horse. The man agrees to let the boy ride his horse in a race, but first the gang must get enough money to pay for the race's entry fees.

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