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An Ordinary Woman

Name: An Ordinary Woman
Director: Rafael Gil
Released: 1949
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1949

Director

Rafael Gil

Runtime

89 minutes

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An Ordinary Woman is a period drama set in mid-20th century Spain, focusing on the life of a woman navigating social and moral struggles. The film operates within the socio-cultural norms of its time, providing insight into the female experience during that era. However, it does not challenge traditional gender roles or introduce diverse identities. The production emphasizes adherence to cultural norms and domestic drama over disrupting systemic power structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does An Ordinary Woman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or identities outside of heterosexual relationships. The storyline centers around traditional marital conflicts within a strictly straight-focused environment.

How does An Ordinary Woman portray gender?

Fair

The story examines the challenges faced by women through economic hardships. However, the protagonist remains susceptible to conflicts driven by traditional male-dominated structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is An Ordinary Woman?

Minimal

The cast and setting are consistent with a localized Spanish context, showing no signs of racial mixing or non-white actors.

How does An Ordinary Woman represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative aligns with the traditional values of Spain in 1949, emphasizing personal morality and social decorum rather than challenging institutional norms.

Does An Ordinary Woman include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or mentioned portrayals of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Offers a detailed look at the female experience and the challenges of achieving economic independence in 1949.

Limited or Absent

Does not include diverse identities and fails to disrupt traditional gender roles or social hierarchies.
The cast and setting are culturally uniform, lacking racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

A woman who has walked out of an unhappy marriage is unsuccessful trying to earn herself a new living and gets mixed with a man who is a murderer and tries to incriminate her.

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