XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport
1948
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Switzerland Sportland
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0.4/10
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1952
ApprovedDirector
André de la Varre
Runtime
9 minutes
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Switzerland Sportland is a mid-century documentary that celebrates Swiss regionalism and athletic discipline. It captures the beauty of the Alpine scenery and local traditions through a lens of national pride. The film adheres to a homogeneous and patriotic perspective typical of its time. It prioritizes documenting organized sporting institutions and traditional customs over social critique or diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the work functions as a localized, ethnocentric showcase. It lacks the diverse perspectives or challenges to social hierarchies found in more contemporary media.
Category Breakdown
Does Switzerland Sportland have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters or non-traditional gender expressions.
How does Switzerland Sportland portray gender?
The film highlights athletic activities such as rowing and gymnastics, which tend to reinforce traditional gender roles and physical discipline.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Switzerland Sportland?
The movie focuses on Swiss regionalism and local identities, with no indication of a diverse ethnic or racial background.
How does Switzerland Sportland represent religion and culture?
The documentary celebrates national pride and traditional Western culture, emphasizing regional pride and local customs without questioning established social structures.
Does Switzerland Sportland include disability representation?
The film concentrates solely on able-bodied athletes and ceremonial events, without mentioning participants with disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Captures the aesthetic beauty of the Alpine scenery and regional Swiss traditions.
- Provides a historical record of mid-century sporting competitions and local costumes.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks racial and ethnic diversity, focusing almost exclusively on a homogeneous Swiss identity.
- Reinforces traditional gender roles and lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
- Provides no visibility for individuals with disabilities, focusing only on able-bodied athletes.
Official Synopsis
A Sports Parade (though not officially titled as such) visit to Switzerland. Covered are a rowing competition in Lucerne, tennis matches and horse jumping set against the mighty Alpine scenery, Zug costumes, gymnastics "poetry in motion" and a flag parade.
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