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If One Has Promised

If One Has Promised

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1976

Director

Gunter Friedrich

Runtime

73 minutes

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If One Has Promised is a conventional family adventure that aligns with the social and cinematic standards of 1976. The film follows the traditional structure of a coming-of-age story, focusing on a group of twelve-year-old school friends. The narrative lacks elements that challenge systemic norms or highlight diverse identities. It serves as a typical period piece that reflects the demographic and social homogeneity common to regional European cinema of the mid-1970s. Overall, the film appears to be a product of its time, reflecting the demographic and social homogeneity typical of the era.

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Category Breakdown

Does If One Has Promised have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight identities. The focus is on a typical group of peers.

How does If One Has Promised portray gender?

Fair

The story likely upholds traditional gender roles from the mid-20th century. Women do not have prominent roles or challenge male leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is If One Has Promised?

Limited

The film likely reflects the demographics typical of 1970s European family adventures. There is no multicultural integration.

How does If One Has Promised represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes community and traditional social structures. It does not include themes that challenge the cultural norms of the time.

Does If One Has Promised include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with visible or invisible disabilities are present. There is no representation of neurodivergent individuals.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a classic coming-of-age adventure experience typical of its era.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks diverse representation across gender, race, and disability.
  • There is no evidence of non-straight identities or social subversion.
  • The narrative appears to follow traditional, homogeneous social structures.

Official Synopsis

A funny adventures of twelve years old Jens and his school friends.

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