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The St. Tammany Miracle

The St. Tammany Miracle

Representation Score

2.6/10

Limited

1994

Director

Joy N. Houck Jr., Jim McCullough Sr.

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The St. Tammany Miracle is a traditional 1990s sports drama that emphasizes underdog stories and institutional belonging. While it showcases female athletes and their ability to act, the narrative remains rooted in conventional coming-of-age structures. The film lacks complexity in representing diverse identities and cultural backgrounds, focusing instead on traditional religious and educational settings.

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Category Breakdown

Does The St. Tammany Miracle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on traditional heterosexual relationships and coming-of-age stories. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender perspectives.

How does The St. Tammany Miracle portray gender?

Fair

The movie highlights women’s sports and the role of female athletes. However, a love triangle indicates that female characters might still be tied to traditional romantic relationships.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The St. Tammany Miracle?

Limited

The film follows typical mid-90s American sports drama casting patterns, which are predominantly white. There is no indication of a racially diverse cast.

How does The St. Tammany Miracle represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story is set within Western institutions, featuring a priest and a private school environment. It emphasizes traditional communal and meritocratic values.

Does The St. Tammany Miracle include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the portrayal of physically or neurodivergent characters in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights female athletes and their ability to act through women's sports.
  • Explores themes of perseverance and athletic determination in a competitive setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender perspectives.
  • Fails to represent racial or ethnic diversity in its casting.
  • Relies on traditional romantic clichés that may limit female autonomy.

Official Synopsis

The St. Tammany Miracle is an inspiring story which shows how a determined coach can bring a handful of individuals from the failure of a dark and dusty gym into the glaring light of a state championship!

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