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Jealousy

Jealousy

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

1945

NR

Director

Gustav Machatý

Runtime

71 minutes

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Jealousy is a psychological drama that emphasizes internal emotions over broad demographic representation. Its strength lies in subverting traditional gender roles by centering a woman's perspective and suspicion. However, the film remains rooted in the social and romantic structures of its time, lacking representation of LGBTQ+ identities and maintaining a homogeneous racial profile. Ultimately, it is a character-driven exploration of desire rather than a work of social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Jealousy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a heterosexual love triangle and does not include any same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities.

How does Jealousy portray gender?

Fair

A female cab driver serves as the main character, offering psychological depth and ability to act, which challenges the passive female roles common in mid-century cinema.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Jealousy?

Limited

The story takes place in a homogeneous Mediterranean community, lacking diverse racial representation and efforts to break social norms of the time.

How does Jealousy represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative delves into passion and moral relativism without focusing on religious condemnation, functioning more as a psychological study than a critique of social or religious institutions.

Does Jealousy include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • The female protagonist plays a significant role in driving the story and psychological complexity.
  • The film challenges traditional patriarchal storytelling by focusing on a woman's perspective.
  • It explores complex themes of desire and moral relativism.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
  • The cast is homogeneous with little racial or ethnic diversity.
  • There are no characters with disabilities included in the film.

Official Synopsis

A female cabbie is suspected of killing her drunken husband.

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