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2018

Representation Score
Minimal
2017
Director
Jorge Paixão da Costa
Runtime
84 minutes
Average Rating
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Jacinta is a period drama that emphasizes the reconstruction of historical and spiritual events. It reinforces established religious narratives rather than challenging them. The film highlights the ability to act of female characters within a framework of traditional piety. The setting and subject matter naturally reflect demographic homogeneity and institutional religious values, limiting opportunities for diverse representation.
Category Breakdown
The film centers on the 1917 Fátima apparitions, which are deeply rooted in traditional Catholic doctrine. There is no indication of non-straight identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
Female characters play key roles in driving the main plot, giving them significant influence. However, the story likely follows traditional portrayals of women within a historical religious context.
Set in rural 1917 Portugal, the film accurately depicts the demographics of the time. While it offers authentic cultural representation, it does not include intentional non-white casting or give diverse characters a significant role in driving the story.
The story presents religious events in a traditional manner aligned with Western institutions. It celebrates Catholic traditions and singular spiritual morality without offering a secular or critical perspective.
The historical character Jacinta suffered from significant physical illness. However, it is unclear if the film portrays her condition with ability to act or if it addresses disability in a meaningful way.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
The story of Jacinta, one of the three children involved in the Marian apparition reported in 1917 at Cova da Iria, in Fátima, Portugal.

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