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¡Al fútbol!

Name: ¡Al fútbol!
Director: José Luis Garci
Released: 1975
Duration: 11 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1975

Director

José Luis Garci

Runtime

11 minutes

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This documentary offers a historical perspective on Spanish soccer culture in 1974. It serves as a snapshot of a specific subculture, sticking closely to the demographic and social norms of the time. The film does not adopt a multi-layered approach, focusing instead on the traditional, homogeneous society of mid-1970s Spain. It emphasizes the observation of sporting rituals and commercial activities over the representation of diverse identities. Since the film is an observational documentary of its era, it does not aim to disrupt or redefine established social hierarchies, leading to low diversity scores across various categories.

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Category Breakdown

Does ¡Al fútbol! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses on the sporting culture of 1974 Spain. It does not include any characters or narratives related to LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles.

How does ¡Al fútbol! portray gender?

Limited

The film centers on the male-dominated world of professional and amateur football. It reflects the traditional gender roles of the time without challenging stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is ¡Al fútbol!?

Minimal

The subjects in the film are predominantly from a similar demographic typical of mid-1970s Madrid. There is no indication of intentional racial or ethnic diversity.

How does ¡Al fútbol! represent religion and culture?

Limited

The documentary captures the communal experience of Spanish sports and urban life. It preserves specific social traditions without questioning broader institutional powers or structures.

Does ¡Al fútbol! include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the inclusion or depiction of characters with physical or neurodevelopmental disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Offers a valuable historical insight into the social rituals and urban life of 1970s Spain.
Captures the authentic spirit of Spanish soccer culture and the era's commercial environment.

Limited or Absent

Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender narratives.
Focuses almost entirely on male-dominated sports, maintaining traditional gender roles.
Reflects a homogeneous demographic with little to no racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

Any given Sunday of 1974 in Spain, soccer games in several stadiums, the sarcastic voice of commentators, the inevitable presence of advertising. Goal! The victors and the defeated.

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