Black males are portrayed in the most stereotypical way in the film, at least the stereotypes that people feel that they blacks displayed during the time period. Gus, a former slave portrayed by a white actor in black face, is shown exhibiting very “stereotypical” behavior. After having his head filled with ideas by corrupt carpetbaggers, he attempts to court Ben’s younger sister, Flora. A scene ensues showing Gus chasing her through the woods as dramatic, natural contrasts of light and shadow are…
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