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The Quartet

Name: The Quartet
Director: Fábio Barreto
Released: 1995
Duration: 110 min

Representation Score

4.4/10

Fair

1995

Director

Fábio Barreto

Runtime

110 minutes

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The film stands out by empowering female characters to take active roles in driving the plot, challenging traditional patriarchal norms. However, its historical setting confines the narrative to straight-centered structures and aristocratic experiences, limiting broader representation. Ultimately, it explores the clash between personal autonomy and restrictive social institutions, providing a nuanced perspective on individual freedom within a historically constrained society.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Quartet have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on heterosexual relationships and traditional partnerships, reflecting the straight-centered social structures of the 19th-century Brazilian Empire.

How does The Quartet portray gender?

Good

Female characters play key roles in driving the plot through their emotional independence and active involvement. They challenge traditional patriarchal hierarchies and marriage-based norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Quartet?

Fair

The setting showcases the racial divisions of the Brazilian Empire, blending Luso-Brazilian and Afro-Brazilian identities.

How does The Quartet represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story is set within the institutions of the 19th century, such as family lineage and religious practices. It highlights the conflict between personal desires and societal duties.

Does The Quartet include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities that serve as central narrative drivers.

Present on Screen

Women are portrayed as active drivers of the plot who challenge traditional social norms.
The film realistically depicts the complex racial dynamics of the Brazilian Empire.

Limited or Absent

The narrative adheres closely to straight-centered social structures, excluding non-traditional gender identities.
The focus primarily on aristocratic and immigrant experiences limits broader social representation.

Official Synopsis

The story of two immigrant couples: Teresa and Angelo; Pierina and Massimo. While fighting for survival in the new world, the unexpected love of Massimo and Teresa appears. They react against family and cultural traditions and leave to a new destiny, leaving their partners. Quatrilho is the name of a card game in wich the player have to betray his partner in order to become the champion.

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