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Il solengo

Il solengo

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

2016

Director

Matteo Zoppis, Alessio Rigo de Righi

Runtime

70 minutes

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Il solengo is a specialized documentary that prioritizes a mythic atmosphere over contemporary identity-based representation. It uses the figure of a hermit to explore philosophical inquiries rather than social demographics. The film's narrative structure disrupts conventional social expectations by elevating radical isolation. However, it remains traditional in its gender and racial composition, reflecting the specific geographic and historical context of rural Italy. Ultimately, the work deconstructs societal norms through a singular, mythic lens rather than a diverse ensemble.

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Category Breakdown

Does Il solengo have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on the solitary life of a male hermit and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Il solengo portray gender?

Limited

The film centers entirely on a male protagonist named Mario de Marcella and lacks any women's ability to drive the story or subversion of traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Il solengo?

Limited

Set in rural landscapes near Rome, the film reflects a homogeneous European setting and does not feature a diverse cast or race-bent casting.

How does Il solengo represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critiques Western communal institutions by focusing on a hermit, suggesting a rejection of social and religious conformity.

Does Il solengo include disability representation?

Minimal

The protagonist faces physical hardships, but there is no specific portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disability as a central narrative driver.

Present on Screen

  • The film effectively deconstructs societal norms by focusing on a figure of radical isolation.
  • It offers a unique critique of capitalist and social conformity through the protagonist's withdrawal from society.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks demographic breadth, offering very little representation of gender or racial diversity.
  • The narrative is centered on a singular male figure, providing no space for women's ability to drive the story or diverse identities.

Official Synopsis

A documentary about the story of Mario de Marcella, a hermit that lived in the woods near Rome. He was called by hunters "Il Solengo" because that's how they call the lone boar that is cut off from the rest of the pack.

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