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Submission

Representation Score

5.5/10

Fair

1976

R

Director

Salvatore Samperi

Runtime

116 minutes

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This period drama emphasizes thematic subversion over broad demographic representation. While it lacks LGBTQ+, racial, or disabled representation, it provides a critical look at 19th-century social hierarchies. The film's strength lies in its critique of religious and aristocratic authority, depicting men as susceptible to impulses and loss of control. However, its homogeneous European setting and adherence to a straight-centered narrative structure limit its diversity score despite its progressive themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Submission have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on heterosexual relationships and does not include diverse gender identities or narratives that challenge heterosexuality. It lacks characters or stories that explore LGBTQ+ experiences.

How does Submission portray gender?

Fair

The movie highlights gender power dynamics by emphasizing female sexuality as a disruptive force. It challenges traditional male dominance by showing men as vulnerable to impulses and loss of control.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Submission?

Limited

Set in a specific European historical context, the cast is uniform and lacks racial or ethnic diversity. There are no significant roles for characters from different racial or ethnic backgrounds.

How does Submission represent religion and culture?

Good

The film criticizes Western institutions by portraying clergy and aristocracy as morally flawed. It uses sexual transgressions to challenge the sanctity of religious and class-based authority.

Does Submission include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not focus on physical, sensory, or neurodivergent representation. Characters are defined by their social status and erotic conflicts rather than by any disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional patriarchal hierarchies by showing men as vulnerable to impulses.
  • Uses female sexuality to disrupt rigid social and religious orders.
  • Offers a strong critique of the oppressive nature of 19th-century social codes.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and diverse gender narratives.
  • Maintains a homogeneous cast with minimal racial or ethnic diversity.
  • Provides no focus on physical, sensory, or neurodivergent representation.

Official Synopsis

In wartime France, Pharmacist Eliane begins a torrid affair with her shop assistant Armand, but she soon becomes dominated by him. He demands more and more from her, humiliating her and putting her family at risk.

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