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Maestà, The Passion of the Christ

Name: Maestà, The Passion of the Christ
Director: Andy Guérif
Released: 2015
Duration: 61 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

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2015

Not Rated

Director

Andy Guérif

Runtime

61 minutes

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Andy Guérif’s film is a detailed documentary adaptation that recreates Duccio’s 14th-century masterpiece through twenty-six panels. The work adheres closely to historical and iconographic fidelity, maintaining a connection to medieval theological frameworks. The film's structure emphasizes the preservation of religious art rather than challenging traditional Western cultural or gendered structures. Its narrative remains rooted in historical religious norms. Ultimately, the film serves as a preservation of religious art rather than a platform for contemporary social representation or diverse character-driven arcs.

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Category Breakdown

Does Maestà, The Passion of the Christ have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on preserving the original 14th-century artwork and its themes. There are no representations of LGBTQ+ narratives or non-traditional gender identities.

How does Maestà, The Passion of the Christ portray gender?

Limited

Women in the film, such as the Marys, are portrayed primarily in relation to male figures. The film upholds traditional gender roles found in religious stories.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Maestà, The Passion of the Christ?

Fair

The visual style is inspired by Italian Gothic art. Although the subjects are historically Middle Eastern, the casting reflects the artistic style of the time rather than modern diversity.

How does Maestà, The Passion of the Christ represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film celebrates traditional Christian morality and religious heritage. It does not explore secular or deconstructive perspectives.

Does Maestà, The Passion of the Christ include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not focus on disability, neurodivergence, or physical impairments as central elements of the story.

Present on Screen

Accurate recreation of Duccio’s 14th-century religious iconography.
Unique documentary approach using the tableau vivant technique.
Immersive historical and theological atmosphere.

Limited or Absent

Lack of modern diverse casting or representation.
Reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and archetypes.
Strict adherence limits exploration of broader themes.

Official Synopsis

Andy Guérif adapts the Maestà of Duccio as a tableau vivant: the tale of the Christ’s Passion in twenty-six successive panels, from the arrival in Jerusalem to the road to Emmaus.

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