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Age 17

Name: Age 17
Director: Filippo Demarchi
Released: 2013
Duration: 22 min

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2013

Director

Filippo Demarchi

Runtime

22 minutes

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The film stands out by placing a coming-of-age romance at the center of its narrative, focusing on the emotional bond between a teenager and a male authority figure. By highlighting the protagonist's search for identity and connection, the story moves away from typical tragic clichés. While the film effectively challenges traditional masculine and religious hierarchies, it lacks sufficient data to assess racial or disability representation. The narrative primarily explores the psychological and social tensions arising from the central relationship.

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Category Breakdown

Does Age 17 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film focuses on a coming-of-age romance between a teenage boy and a male authority figure, challenging traditional expectations through a lens of emotional vulnerability.

How does Age 17 portray gender?

Good

Matteo breaks down conventional masculine stereotypes through his emotional sensitivity, prioritizing his internal psychological journey over traditional displays of toughness.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Age 17?

Minimal

There is no available information regarding the racial composition of the cast or the ethnic makeup of the village setting.

How does Age 17 represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques strict religious structures by portraying a priest as a compassionate listener, favoring personal emotional truth over institutional rules.

Does Age 17 include disability representation?

Minimal

The provided information contains no details regarding characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Placing a coming-of-age romance at the center of the narrative.
Breaking down traditional masculine stereotypes through emotional sensitivity.
Challenging strict religious structures through a sympathetic portrayal of a priest.

Limited or Absent

Lack of visible racial or ethnic diversity within the cast.
Insufficient information on the representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Matteo is a 17-year-old boy who comes to the realization that he is in love with Don Massimo, a young priest of the village that leads the marching band in which Matteo plays the drum. He sees in Massimo a person willing to listen to his fears and desires. For the first time in his life, Matteo feels ready to open up to someone...

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