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More About Nostradamus

Name: More About Nostradamus
Director: David Miller
Released: 1941
Duration: 11 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1941

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Director

David Miller

Runtime

11 minutes

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More About Nostradamus is a traditional historical drama that reflects the geopolitical concerns of the early 1940s. The film uses conventional storytelling to depict historical inevitability through the lens of prophecy. The narrative structure supports established nationalistic and Eurocentric frameworks. By emphasizing the defense of Western institutions and the triumph of English identity, the film avoids challenging the status quo or exploring diverse perspectives. Overall, the film serves to reinforce wartime sentiments rather than offering a diverse or subversive cinematic experience, staying true to the standards of its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does More About Nostradamus have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-traditional gender identities. It follows the traditional norms of the 1940s, assuming everyone is straight and cisgender.

How does More About Nostradamus portray gender?

Limited

A female character is portrayed as a symbol of national triumph, but this reinforces gender stereotypes rather than challenging them.

How racially and ethnically diverse is More About Nostradamus?

Limited

The story focuses on European themes and the rise of European powers during the mid-20th century. It lacks diversity in its portrayal of characters.

How does More About Nostradamus represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses prophecy to support Western stability and national identity. It upholds traditional patriotism and defends Western institutions against external threats.

Does More About Nostradamus include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities featured in the plot.

Present on Screen

Features a symbolic 'daughter of the English Isles' archetype representing female presence.

Limited or Absent

The narrative is heavily Eurocentric, lacking racial or ethnic diversity.
The film reinforces traditional nationalist myths instead of subverting gender or cultural hierarchies.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or non-traditional gender identities.

Official Synopsis

This short film portrays Nostradamus as having predicted the horrors of WWI and Hitler's rise to power, as well as the eventual triumph of "the daughter of the English Isles" against these forces. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.

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