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Soldier Millions

Soldier Millions

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2018

Director

Jorge Paixão da Costa, Gonçalo Galvão Teles

Runtime

85 minutes

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Soldado Milhões functions as a traditional historical war drama centered on the Battle of La Lys. The narrative follows a survivalist trajectory, focusing on the individual struggle of a Portuguese soldier amidst German offensives. The film prioritizes national memory and historical realism over the disruption of social or identity-based norms. It adheres to established historical hierarchies common in the genre. Because the focus remains on a singular soldier's duty and wartime survival, the work lacks diverse casting or the subversion of traditional Western institutional values.

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Category Breakdown

Does Soldier Millions have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional military drama structure and does not include any non-straight identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Soldier Millions portray gender?

Limited

The narrative likely reinforces traditional masculine leadership and roles typical of the period. It centers on masculine archetypes of endurance and combat without showing any significant role for women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Soldier Millions?

Fair

The setting suggests a predominantly white, European cast. Without specific data on diverse ethnic groups within the unit, the representation remains limited.

How does Soldier Millions represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story focuses on patriotism and unit cohesion through a soldier's duty. It engages with historical realities of national defense without challenging Western values.

Does Soldier Millions include disability representation?

Minimal

No information is available regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the character arcs.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a focused historical narrative centered on Portuguese national memory and the Battle of La Lys.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks evidence of women playing significant roles or challenging traditional gender hierarchies.
  • Shows no indication of diverse ethnic inclusion or non-straight identities.
  • Does not address physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the character arcs.

Official Synopsis

A Portuguese soldier, who got stranded from his team during the La Lys battle, struggles by himself through dozens of German offensives so he can guarantee the safety of his companions.

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