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Zé do Periquito

Name: Zé do Periquito
Director: Amacio Mazzaropi, Ismar Porto
Released: 1961
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

1961

Director

Amacio Mazzaropi, Ismar Porto

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Zé do Periquito is a typical example of the Brazilian chanchada genre, which focuses on populist storytelling and the struggles of the working class. The narrative revolves around a traditional romantic storyline where the male protagonist navigates social hierarchies through personal success. While the film offers insights into the socioeconomic disparities of 1960s Brazil, it lacks complexity in addressing multiple aspects of identity. The themes of class and romance are conveyed through conventional storylines rather than a systemic critique. Ultimately, the film serves as a comedic portrayal of social aspiration, reinforcing traditional gender roles and social structures without challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Zé do Periquito have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows traditional romantic storylines centered around a heterosexual relationship between the male lead and his female love interest.

How does Zé do Periquito portray gender?

Fair

Zenó is the main character who seeks wealth to overcome socioeconomic barriers. The female character primarily serves as the object of Zenó's desires.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Zé do Periquito?

Fair

The film is set in a multi-ethnic Brazilian environment. However, it is unclear whether the story challenges or perpetuates the racial hierarchies of the time.

How does Zé do Periquito represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story examines class tensions through the lens of individual wealth accumulation. It focuses on personal success rather than critiquing broader social structures.

Does Zé do Periquito include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities featured in this production.

Present on Screen

Offers a glimpse into the populist Brazilian cinema of the 1960s.
Examines socioeconomic tensions between different social classes through a comedic perspective.

Limited or Absent

Depends heavily on traditional gender roles where the male protagonist drives the narrative.
Does not include representations of non-straight relationships or queer narratives.
Does not provide a systemic critique of class, focusing instead on individual wealth accumulation.

Official Synopsis

Zenó (Mazzaropi) is a poor gardener of a traditional school in São Paulo who falls in love with one of the local girls, much richer and younger than him. Willing to conquer her, he decides to get rich, getting involved in the most varied and funny situations.

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