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Saved by a Miracle

Name: Saved by a Miracle
Director: Janusz Zaorski
Released: 2004
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2004

Director

Janusz Zaorski

Runtime

91 minutes

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Saved by a Miracle is a traditional historical drama centered on religious obligation and historical realism. It emphasizes spiritual continuity and conventional social structures over challenging traditional hierarchies. The film's focus on a male protagonist fulfilling a religious vow in 1960s Poland adheres to the era's demographic and social norms. While it provides a character study of a man dealing with the aftermath of war injuries, it lacks depth in exploring multiple aspects of identity. Ultimately, the work serves as a character-driven piece that upholds established cultural and religious traditions without questioning them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Saved by a Miracle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows the traditional social structures of 1960s Masuria. There are no representations of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of heterosexuality.

How does Saved by a Miracle portray gender?

Fair

The male protagonist, Mikołaj Biesaga, holds the majority of the narrative's focus. The story does not challenge traditional masculinity or offer diverse portrayals of women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Saved by a Miracle?

Limited

The story is set in 1960s Poland and focuses on a likely homogeneous ethnic population. There is no evidence of diverse casting that challenges regional demographics.

How does Saved by a Miracle represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot revolves around a religious vow to the Blessed Virgin Mary, reinforcing traditional Christian morals and the importance of spiritual duty.

Does Saved by a Miracle include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's war injuries provide a framework for exploring physical disability and its psychological impact. Despite his condition, he retains a significant role in driving the narrative.

Present on Screen

The protagonist's war injuries offer a meaningful framework for exploring physical disability and its psychological impact.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or perspectives that critique heterosexuality.
Gender roles appear traditional, with ability to act heavily concentrated in the male lead.
The setting and plot reinforce conventional religious and ethnic homogeneity without exploring diverse perspectives.

Official Synopsis

The 1960s in Masuria. Mikołaj Biesaga, seriously injured during the war, swore that if he survived, he would build a chapel to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Years passed, and the "miraculously saved" person did not keep his promise. Now feeling that it is probably time to die, he decides to fulfill his obligations.

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