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Young Lucrezia

Name: Young Lucrezia
Director: Luciano Ercoli
Released: 1974
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

3.4/10

Limited

1974

Director

Luciano Ercoli

Runtime

80 minutes

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Young Lucrezia is a conventional period drama that prioritizes historical accuracy and genre conventions over progressive social commentary. While it centers on a female protagonist, the narrative remains bound by the rigid hierarchies of 16th-century Italy. The film explores themes of power, betrayal, and political machinations. It lacks the complexity needed to move beyond a standard historical depiction of the Borgia dynasty. Ultimately, the production adheres to the social constraints of its setting, focusing on traditional dramatic conflicts rather than diverse or inclusive representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Young Lucrezia have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on the political and marital strategies of the Borgia family. It does not depict any queer relationships or non-cisgender identities.

How does Young Lucrezia portray gender?

Fair

Lucrezia Borgia is a central figure in the political struggle. However, women are often shown as pawns in male-driven power games, a common genre cliché.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Young Lucrezia?

Limited

Set in Renaissance Italy, the film reflects the demographic homogeneity of the time. It operates within a traditional Western historical framework without diverse casting.

How does Young Lucrezia represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines corruption and power within a historical ruling class. It functions more as a classical tragedy of familial betrayal rather than a systemic critique of institutions.

Does Young Lucrezia include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Such characters are not used as plot devices in the story.

Present on Screen

Centers a female character, Lucrezia Borgia, in the political narrative.
Explores complex themes of familial betrayal and high-stakes power dynamics.

Limited or Absent

Does not include any LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
Follows traditional gender clichés where women are pawns in male power struggles.
Reflects the demographic homogeneity of the era without racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

In the early 16th century Italy is ruled by the powerful Borgia family, led by Cesare Borgia and his sister Lucrezia. In a ruthless power play, Cesare plots to have his sister’s husband murdered.

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