The Olympic Games, Amsterdam 1928
1928
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The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam
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0.6/10
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1928
Runtime
251 minutes
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This documentary serves as a technical and observational record of the 1928 Olympic Games. Produced by Istituto Luce, its main goal is to document sporting history and athletic techniques rather than explore complex human identities. The film reflects the nationalist and Eurocentric frameworks of the interwar period. It functions as a traditionalist archive celebrating state-sanctioned competition and physical excellence. Since the focus remains on national achievement and athletic performance, the film lacks the narrative depth needed to address diverse identities or challenge the social hierarchies of the time.
Category Breakdown
Does The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses solely on athletic achievements and the social norms of the 1920s.
How does The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam portray gender?
The film reinforces traditional gender roles by emphasizing male physical dominance. Women do not have prominent roles or subvert masculine leadership.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam?
The production centers on a Eurocentric view of excellence, highlighting Italian and Western European athletes. It reflects the racial hierarchies of the 1920s.
How does The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam represent religion and culture?
The work strengthens national identity and traditionalist ideals through state-sanctioned competition. It lacks any anti-Western, anti-capitalist, or secularist themes.
Does The IX Olympiad in Amsterdam include disability representation?
The documentary excludes individuals with disabilities by focusing on elite athletic competition. No neurodivergent or physically disabled individuals are shown with significant roles.
Present on Screen
- Offers a unique technical record of 1920s athletic techniques and sporting history.
Limited or Absent
- Needs more representation of LGBTQ+ identities, people with disabilities, and non-Western perspectives.
- Reinforces traditional gender roles and Eurocentric nationalist frameworks.
Official Synopsis
A documentary on the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam. Made by Istituto Luce, there is an understandable focus on Italian athletes, but it is the first Olympic documentary that describes the techniques of certain events.
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