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The Goddess of Fortune

The Goddess of Fortune

Representation Score

6.3/10

Good

2019

Director

Ferzan Özpetek

Runtime

114 minutes

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The film stands out by presenting a long-term same-sex relationship as a central, stable element of the story, avoiding typical clichés of conflict based solely on sexual orientation. It also challenges traditional masculine stereotypes through emotional vulnerability. However, the narrative primarily focuses on the central male partnership, which limits the impact of female characters. Overall, the film offers a sophisticated look at modern kinship structures and how non-traditional families navigate life’s challenges.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Goddess of Fortune have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film focuses on a fifteen-year-long same-sex relationship between Alessandro and Arturo. Their queer domestic life is presented as a central part of the story, not just a minor subplot.

How does The Goddess of Fortune portray gender?

Good

The narrative challenges traditional masculinity by emphasizing emotional vulnerability within a male-dominated household. Although female characters appear, the main storyline revolves around the central male partnership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Goddess of Fortune?

Fair

The story highlights a diverse, interconnected community within a Mediterranean setting. However, it does not explicitly show a predominantly non-white cast.

How does The Goddess of Fortune represent religion and culture?

Good

The film examines the idea of 'chosen family' by introducing children into a long-standing queer partnership. It questions traditional kinship structures by showing how families can be formed outside conventional means.

Does The Goddess of Fortune include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no significant depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Presents a long-term same-sex partnership as a central, stable dramatic element.
  • Highlights emotional vulnerability and domestic stability to challenge traditional masculinity.
  • Examines the concept of 'chosen family' and the fluidity of modern kinship.

Limited or Absent

  • Primary narrative focus remains on the central male partnership, limiting female characters' impact.
  • Does not provide explicit evidence of a predominantly non-white cast within the social fabric.
  • Lacks visible representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Alessandro and Arturo have been together for over 15 years and, despite the feeling they still have for each other, their relationship is now at crisis. When Alessandro’s best friend, out of the blue, asks them to take care of her two kids for a few days, something changes in their daily routine and love will drive them to a crazy and unexpected turn in their life.

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