Hacksaw

While there are issues, there are some positive representations that were not always widespread in the early '70s. Some gender stereotypes are present, with dialogue including "for a little girl, you sure do eat a lot" and "a sort of female logic idea." But the lead female character challenges those, saying "never underestimate the power of a woman" and showing physical abilities to match the male characters and taking the lead in executing plans. The only other woman character takes on the traditional role of cook on the ranch. Other gendered characteristics are mentioned in associating men with being "dumb" and relying on "brute strength" as opposed to women's "kindness, gentleness, patience, and understanding." There is some racial diversity within the cast, with Native American characters working on the ranch in support roles. They are treated as equals, dress in traditional cowboy clothes, and avoid the stereotypical mystical tropes often associated with movies of this era.

A character is punched and falls unconscious. There are numerous falls from horses, as well as from skis and snowmobiles. Horse racing is shown and there is an instance where a horse is whipped in the face by a competitor. A fall during a race results in an injured ankle, but the character continues on. Another character falls into a trap and is hung up in a tree by their feet. A grizzly bear threatens a horse, but is chased off. There is mention of a plane crash and a character is found unconscious in the wreckage. A gun is fired in order to scare a horse. Horses fight, resulting in blood on one animal's face.

Characters kiss chastely on the lips once.

Negative language includes "dumb," "brat," "rascal," and "son of a gun," as well as "heck" and "darn." Some gender-based insults.