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The Gospel of John

Name: The Gospel of John
Director: David Batty
Released: 2014
Duration: 157 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2014

Unrated

Director

David Batty

Runtime

157 minutes

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The Gospel of John is a traditional dramatization that prioritizes religious fidelity over social deconstruction. Its narrative structure is built on established religious and patriarchal hierarchies, limiting its inclusive diversity profile. While the film attempts historical authenticity through Aramaic narration, it remains a period piece focused on reconstruction. It does not aim to challenge contemporary social norms or provide diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the film serves as a tool for religious preservation. It reinforces classical leadership models and uses disability primarily as a theological demonstration of divine power.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Gospel of John have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows traditional biblical stories and lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Gospel of John portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist and his male followers. Power dynamics are rooted in a patriarchal structure that emphasizes traditional male leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Gospel of John?

Fair

Using Aramaic narration suggests an effort to be historically accurate. However, the film focuses on reconstructing the period accurately rather than representing modern diversity.

How does The Gospel of John represent religion and culture?

Minimal

This production preserves Christian scripture. It celebrates divine authority and religious traditions rather than critiquing traditional institutions or secularism.

Does The Gospel of John include disability representation?

Fair

Disability is shown through miracles, such as healing the blind. These moments highlight divine power rather than exploring the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities.

Present on Screen

Uses Aramaic narration to enhance historical and linguistic authenticity.
Focuses on faithful reconstruction of the biblical text and setting.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or diverse gender roles.
Relies on disability as a theological cliché rather than exploring lived identity.
Reinforces patriarchal power structures through its central character dynamics.

Official Synopsis

John’s gospel is depicted, complete with Aramaic narration, highlighting Christ’s life including birth, baptism, first miracle, healing the blind man, walking on water, feeding the multitude, raising Lazarus from the dead, the Last Supper, his flogging and crucifixion, and most importantly his resurrection.

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