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98, secrets d'une victoire

98, secrets d'une victoire

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2018

Director

Grégoire Margotton, Nicolas Glimois

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The documentary effectively uses the 1998 World Cup to explore the intersection of race and ethnicity, challenging traditional views of national identity. By focusing on a diverse group of players, it offers a deep look at the integration of different cultural backgrounds. However, the film’s impact is limited by its adherence to traditional hierarchies, such as the male-dominated sports world, and its lack of engagement with LGBTQ+ and disabled individuals.

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Category Breakdown

Does 98, secrets d'une victoire have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses on the social structures of the 1998 sporting environment, which assume everyone is straight.

How does 98, secrets d'une victoire portray gender?

Limited

The narrative centers almost entirely on male figures, reflecting the male-dominated structure of international football during that time.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 98, secrets d'une victoire?

Excellent

The film explores the 'Black-Blanc-Beur' paradigm, showing players from African and North African backgrounds. It uses the football pitch to highlight a changing, multicultural national identity.

How does 98, secrets d'une victoire represent religion and culture?

Good

The work presents a diverse view of French identity by highlighting various immigrant origins. However, it maintains a formal respectability that avoids fully challenging state institutions.

Does 98, secrets d'une victoire include disability representation?

Limited

The film does not prominently feature characters with disabilities. The focus remains on the peak performance of able-bodied professional athletes.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a strong examination of racial and ethnic diversity through the 'Black-Blanc-Beur' perspective.
  • Highlights the evolving multicultural identity through the lens of sports.
  • Provides a detailed sociological view of how sports reflect societal changes.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks female representation and ability to act within the sports narrative.
  • Does not engage with LGBTQ+ or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
  • Features minimal representation of disability, focusing solely on able-bodied athletes.

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