The Olympic Games, Amsterdam 1928
1928
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XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport
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3.0/10
Limited
1948
Director
Castleton Knight
Runtime
138 minutes
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This documentary serves as a historical record of the 1948 Olympic Games, emphasizing the archival documentation of athletic competition. Its perspective is shaped by the era's social hierarchies, focusing on traditional definitions of excellence and physical capability. The film does not challenge social norms. Instead, it reinforces the Western institutionalism and gender hierarchies prevalent during the mid-20th century. While capturing an international event, the representation remains narrow, favoring Western European participants and traditional athletic archetypes over diverse identities.
Category Breakdown
Does XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport have LGBTQ+ representation?
The documentary does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses on traditional social structures from 1948, excluding non-binary gender identities.
How does XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport portray gender?
The film highlights male athleticism and leadership. Women are shown in supporting roles rather than as key figures in the competitive narrative.
How racially and ethnically diverse is XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport?
The presentation reflects the homogeneity typical of the time. It centers on Western European and Anglo-Saxon participants, reflecting the era's colonial influences.
How does XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport represent religion and culture?
The work celebrates internationalism through Western institutions. It upholds traditional global sporting traditions without exploring diverse cultural perspectives.
Does XIVth Olympiad: The Glory of Sport include disability representation?
The documentary does not include neurodivergent individuals or those with physical disabilities. The focus is solely on elite, able-bodied athletic performance.
Present on Screen
- Offers an authentic historical account of the 1948 Olympic Games in St. Moritz and London.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include LGBTQ+ identities, non-Western cultures, or individuals with disabilities.
- Focuses primarily on male athletes, sidelining female competitors.
- Maintains a homogeneous perspective that reflects the demographic realities of the colonial era.
Official Synopsis
A documentary covering the 1948 Olympic Games in St. Moritz, Switzerland, and London, England.
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