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State buoni se potete

State buoni se potete

Representation Score

5.2/10

Fair

1983

Director

Luigi Magni

Runtime

149 minutes

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Luigi Magni’s film is a period piece that emphasizes ideological conflict over diverse representation. While it does not include LGBTQ+ individuals, women, or people with disabilities, it excels in its critical cultural perspective. By deconstructing the sanctity of established institutions, the narrative succeeds in offering a sophisticated critique of traditional authority and religious influence. Ultimately, the film prioritizes thematic complexity over demographic diversity, focusing on the tension between individual conscience and institutional power.

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Category Breakdown

Does State buoni se potete have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any non-binary or same-sex relationships. It centers on male camaraderie within a traditional historical context.

How does State buoni se potete portray gender?

Limited

The story is primarily driven by male characters. Women are present but are mostly confined to domestic or supporting roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is State buoni se potete?

Fair

The cast and setting are ethnically uniform, reflecting the historical reality of the Papal States. It serves as a focused study of Italian identity.

How does State buoni se potete represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film sharply critiques the Papacy, portraying it as a corrupt and oppressive institution. It challenges the dominance of religious institutions by emphasizing the importance of personal morality and resistance.

Does State buoni se potete include disability representation?

Limited

There are no characters with disabilities given significant roles or ability to act. The focus remains on political and ideological conflicts.

Present on Screen

  • The film provides a sophisticated critique of religious and political institutions.
  • It effectively deconstructs traditional institutional authority and systemic power.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and same-sex relationships.
  • Female characters are limited to secondary or domestic roles with little influence.
  • Characters with disabilities are not given significant roles or ability to act.

Official Synopsis

Around the year 1500, the Italian priest Don Filippo Neri helps street kids and orphans in his poor little chapel.

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