A Soldier and a Half
1960
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Riavanti… Marsch!
Representation Score
2.6/10
Limited
1979
Director
Luciano Salce
Runtime
111 minutes
Average Rating
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Luciano Salce’s comedy revolves around the humorous interactions between aging men and the strict rules of modern NATO military operations. The plot centers on the comedic struggles of a specific male demographic adjusting to a modernized institutional framework. Operating within the social and gender norms of late-1970s European cinema, the film lacks depth in reflecting multiple aspects of identity. The narrative structure prioritizes situational comedy over challenging systemic identity hierarchies.
Category Breakdown
Does Riavanti… Marsch! have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film follows the social norms of its 1979 production era. There is no indication of non-straight or non-cisgender identities, nor any narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.
How does Riavanti… Marsch! portray gender?
The story focuses solely on five forty-year-old men. The absence of female characters emphasizes the military as a traditionally male space.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Riavanti… Marsch!?
The film reflects the Italian cinematic traditions of the late 1970s. The setting implies a predominantly white European cast without making efforts to challenge Eurocentric norms.
How does Riavanti… Marsch! represent religion and culture?
The story examines the conflict between individuals and Western institutions such as NATO. It serves as a character study of men adapting to institutional and technological changes.
Does Riavanti… Marsch! include disability representation?
There is no evidence within the story suggesting the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Presents a satirical view of the absurdities of military bureaucracy and institutional rigidity.
- Provides a character study highlighting the tension between aging individuals and rapid technological advancements.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks female characters, reinforcing traditional gender roles.
- Does not include non-cisgender identities or diverse racial and ethnic perspectives.
- Does not address disability or offer a critique of established social hierarchies.
Official Synopsis
Five forty-year-old boys, who had been soldiers together, find themselves, once again in uniform, for a forty-day update period, during which they should learn the use of a new NATO-supplied missile.
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