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El sistema Pelegrín

El sistema Pelegrín

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1952

Director

Ignacio F. Iquino

Runtime

96 minutes

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El sistema Pelegrín is a social comedy set in the mid-20th century, using a high-stakes football match to critique societal pretensions. While the film employs satire to challenge certain norms, it does not aim to disrupt systemic power dynamics or promote diverse representation. The narrative stays within the traditional storytelling framework of the time. It focuses on the professional incompetence of a male protagonist rather than exploring diverse identities or social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film serves as a social commentary on institutional absurdity rather than a vehicle for progressive representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does El sistema Pelegrín have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-conforming gender identities or same-sex relationships. It follows the traditional social norms of 1952 Spanish cinema.

How does El sistema Pelegrín portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male character's professional challenges. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or elevate the role of female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is El sistema Pelegrín?

Minimal

The setting and time period suggest a homogeneous population. There is no indication of diverse casting or a non-majority student body.

How does El sistema Pelegrín represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses football to offer humorous social commentary. While it satirizes social institutions, it operates within the traditional framework of social satire.

Does El sistema Pelegrín include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities shown. No disability is used as a central plot device.

Present on Screen

  • Uses sports as a vehicle for humorous social criticism.
  • Provides satire regarding the absurdity of social institutions.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of non-traditional gender identities.
  • Does not feature diverse racial or ethnic casting.
  • Does not elevate the role of female characters or challenge gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Hector Pelegrin, an unsuccessful insurance agent is admitted to the prestigious school Ferran as a gym teacher. The only problem is that he completely lacks the necessary skills for the job. He organizes a game between the football team at his school and another center, a historic rival, resulting in a surprise full of humorous criticism to our society. Pelegrin tries to convince everyone that football is just a sport

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