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The Crucifixion

Name: The Crucifixion
Director: Xavier Gens
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2017

Director

Xavier Gens

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film's diversity profile contrasts sharply between its homogeneous demographic makeup and its thematic subversion of traditional power structures. While the cast is predominantly white and lacks any LGBTQ+ representation, the narrative actively challenges established hierarchies. By placing a female protagonist against a violent, male-led religious sect, the film deconstructs traditional gender and institutional hierarchies. It replaces the cliché of the protective religious institution with a portrayal of systemic irrationality and fanaticism. Ultimately, the work critiques Western spiritual structures but fails to offer a broad spectrum of human identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Crucifixion have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or identities that challenge traditional views on sexual orientation and gender expression.

How does The Crucifixion portray gender?

Good

The film centers around Anna, who leads the fight against male adversaries. It challenges traditional gender roles by depicting patriarchal religious authority as violent and irrational.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Crucifixion?

Minimal

The cast is predominantly white, set within a European context. There is no indication of deliberate efforts to include diverse cultural perspectives.

How does The Crucifixion represent religion and culture?

Good

The film provides a strong critique of organized religion, showing religious zealotry as a destructive force rather than a moral guide.

Does The Crucifixion include disability representation?

Limited

A character with mental illness drives the central conflict involving an exorcism. However, this role is used mainly as a plot device rather than a nuanced exploration of neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional gender roles by centering a female protagonist against patriarchal adversaries.
Offers a strong thematic critique of organized religion and fanaticism.
Undermines the perceived moral authority of traditional Western spiritual structures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ characters or queer identities.
Maintains a homogeneous, predominantly white demographic composition.
Uses mental illness primarily as a plot device rather than exploring neurodivergent ability to act.

Official Synopsis

When a priest is jailed for the murder of a nun on whom he was performing an exorcism, an investigative journalist strives to determine whether he in fact murdered a mentally ill person, or if he lost the battle with a demonic presence.

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