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O Jogo

Name: O Jogo
Director: Júlio Alves
Released: 2010
Duration: 23 min

Representation Score

5.1/10

Fair

2010

M/12

Director

Júlio Alves

Runtime

23 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

O Jogo stands out by placing a character with Down syndrome at the heart of a competitive sports drama. Instead of treating neurodiversity as a peripheral element, the film centers on Félix's passion and his pursuit of ability to act within a high-stakes school soccer match. While the film provides a strong foundation for disability representation, it lacks specific details regarding racial diversity or LGBTQ+ identities. The narrative's impact relies heavily on its ability to disrupt expectations of physical and social competence through its protagonist. Ultimately, the film serves as a meaningful study of inclusion, though its broader multi-layered complexity remains unexplored.

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Category Breakdown

Does O Jogo have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.

How does O Jogo portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on Félix's personal journey and does not explicitly address gender dynamics or challenge traditional hierarchies in the sports setting.

How racially and ethnically diverse is O Jogo?

Fair

As a Brazilian production, the film features a diverse cast, but the specific racial composition is not detailed.

How does O Jogo represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores social inclusion through a child's participation in a structured school environment, suggesting themes of navigating systemic social barriers.

Does O Jogo include disability representation?

Good

The film centers on a protagonist with Down syndrome, giving him a significant role in driving the story as the driver of the plot.

Present on Screen

Centers a character with Down syndrome as a primary, agentic protagonist.
Explores themes of social inclusion and ability to act within competitive environments.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit details regarding racial diversity or ethnic groupings.
Provides no information regarding LGBTQ+ representation or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.

Official Synopsis

Félix, a Down syndrome child who is passionate about soccer gets the opportunity to take part in the main soccer team in a match against the rival school.

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