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Such a Woman

Name: Such a Woman
Director: Agustí Villaronga
Released: 1976
Duration: 23 min

Representation Score

5.1/10

Fair

1976

Director

Agustí Villaronga

Runtime

23 minutes

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Such a Woman succeeds in centering women's ability to drive the story, moving away from traditional domestic roles to focus on a woman's psychological and spiritual autonomy. The film's themes suggest a meaningful challenge to institutional authority and religious dogma. However, the film lacks visible racial diversity and explicit LGBTQ+ representation. The narrative appears to function within a homogeneous cultural context, which limits its broader social inclusivity. Ultimately, the film is a character study that challenges social norms through a singular, female-centric lens rather than through a diverse ensemble.

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Category Breakdown

Does Such a Woman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on a singular female protagonist's mystical journey. There is no explicit evidence of queer identities or non-straight characters.

How does Such a Woman portray gender?

Good

The narrative centers entirely on a woman's role and spiritual autonomy. By prioritizing her pursuit of sanctity, the film disrupts traditional hierarchies that often sideline women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Such a Woman?

Limited

The production operates within a relatively homogeneous cultural framework. There is no indication of a diverse cast or the use of non-human species as racial metaphors.

How does Such a Woman represent religion and culture?

Good

The story suggests a prioritization of subjective spirituality over organized religious dogma. The protagonist's quest for a secret implies a critique of established social and religious certainties.

Does Such a Woman include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No representation in this category is present in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Strong emphasis on women's ability to drive the story and spiritual autonomy.
Challenges traditional religious and institutional hierarchies.
Focus on individual psychological depth and subjective truth.

Limited or Absent

Lack of visible racial and ethnic diversity.
Absence of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or queer identities.
Limited scope of cultural perspectives presented.

Official Synopsis

Somewhere in time, a woman at the seaside listens to a voice that tells her that she will reach sanctity and she will receive a secret if she accomplishes Five Portents.

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