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La cuccagna

Name: La cuccagna
Director: Luciano Salce
Released: 1962
Duration: 104 min

Representation Score

4.6/10

Fair

1962

Director

Luciano Salce

Runtime

104 minutes

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Luciano Salce’s satire centers on critiquing class and the deceptive nature of the Italian 'Economic Miracle,' rather than modern identity politics. The film serves as a social commentary on post-war materialism, using Rossella's journey to highlight the ruthless pursuit of social status. While it offers a nuanced look at systemic deception and moral ambiguity, it remains confined by the social norms of its time, lacking representation of multiple aspects of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does La cuccagna have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows the traditional romantic storyline typical of 1960s Italian cinema, focusing on the heterosexual relationship of the female lead.

How does La cuccagna portray gender?

Fair

Rossella's role is centered around her struggle for employment and social standing. While it highlights the challenges women face, it does not fundamentally challenge patriarchal structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is La cuccagna?

Limited

The film depicts a largely uniform social setting reflective of 1962 Italy. The narrative emphasizes class differences rather than ethnic diversity.

How does La cuccagna represent religion and culture?

Good

The film sharply critiques the materialism and economic growth of the time, portraying wealth accumulation as a corrupting influence.

Does La cuccagna include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical or cognitive disabilities. The characters' struggles are focused on socioeconomic issues rather than health conditions.

Present on Screen

Provides a sophisticated critique of the 'Economic Miracle' and capitalist ambitions.
Offers a realistic, cynical view of social structures and upward mobility.
Explores the corruption inherent in the pursuit of wealth through moral relativism.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender expressions.
Features a homogeneous social landscape with minimal racial or ethnic diversity.
Provides no representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Rossella, a beautiful young girl that lives in a family of popular class, looks for a job every day but soon discovers that the "greasy pole", which is the economic miracle, is only an illusion, and the world is far more ruthless than she could believe. But fate brings together Giuliano, the only man who did not ask for anything and who - like her - is not inclined to compromise.

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