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Letter to Loretta (1953)
Letter to Loretta (1953)
Overview
Letter to Loretta is an American anthology drama series telecast on NBC from September 1953 to June 1961 for a total of 165 episodes. The filmed show was hosted by Loretta Young who also played the lead in various episodes. Letter to Loretta was sponsored by Procter & Gamble from 1953 through 1960. The final season's sponsor was Warner-Lambert's Listerine.
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Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
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Overview
Letter to Loretta is an American anthology drama series telecast on NBC from September 1953 to June 1961 for a total of 165 episodes. The filmed show was hosted by Loretta Young who also played the lead in various episodes. Letter to Loretta was sponsored by Procter & Gamble from 1953 through 1960. The final season's sponsor was Warner-Lambert's Listerine.
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Traditional
Primary
The film subtly aligns with right-leaning values by emphasizing individual financial responsibility and patriotism through the act of purchasing U.S. Savings Bonds, framing personal saving as a civic duty that supports national stability.
This 1950s television episode features traditional casting practices typical of its era, centered around its white star. The narrative aligns with the societal norms of the time, presenting traditional identities in a neutral or positive light without explicit DEI themes or critiques.
Secondary
The anthology series, hosted by devout Catholic Loretta Young, consistently presented narratives with strong moral undertones that aligned with Christian values. Faith and spiritual guidance were often depicted as sources of strength and redemption for characters, portraying Christianity in a respectful and affirming light.
The anthology series "Letter to Loretta" (1953-1961) does not contain any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative focus aligns with mainstream television of its time, which did not openly depict or explore queer identities.
The anthology series "Letter to Loretta," which aired in 1953, does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The show's content from that era did not include portrayals of transgender identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
As an anthology series, "Letter to Loretta" features self-contained stories with new characters in each episode. There are no established legacy characters or historical figures whose canonical gender was altered for the show.
As an anthology series from the 1950s, 'Letter to Loretta' featured new stories and characters in most episodes. There is no evidence of established characters from prior canon or historical figures being portrayed by actors of a different race.
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