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Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles

Name: Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles
Director: Francisco Pérez
Released: 2021

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2021

Director

Francisco Pérez

Runtime

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The film succeeds in offering a non-Western perspective by using a Mexican historical setting. This approach allows for a more nuanced depiction of ethnic identity compared to typical Eurocentric religious dramas. However, the narrative seems confined by traditional religious motifs. The reliance on established spiritual frameworks indicates a conventional approach to morality rather than a disruption of social norms. While the dual-timeline structure adds depth, the absence of LGBTQ+ representation and the ambiguity surrounding the disability portrayal limits the film's overall diversity impact.

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Category Breakdown

Does Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not explicitly include queer narratives or non-cisgender identities. The story centers around religious miracles and family bonds.

How does Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles portray gender?

Fair

Female figures such as the Virgin Mary and a young girl play key roles in the plot. It is unclear whether these roles challenge traditional hierarchies or adhere to classic maternal archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles?

Good

By focusing on events in 1623 Mexico, the film breaks away from Eurocentric religious dramas. It presents a unique chance to showcase intricate indigenous and mixed heritage identities.

How does Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story is rooted in traditional religious morality and spirituality. It examines Mexican identity through a lens of devotion rather than questioning religious institutions.

Does Our Lady of San Juan, Four Centuries of Miracles include disability representation?

Minimal

A miracle is performed on a child, but it is unclear if this involves a physical or sensory disability. The extent to which the child plays a leading role in the story is not specified.

Present on Screen

The historical setting in 1623 Mexico provides a solid foundation for diverse ethnic representation.
The dual-timeline structure enables a non-Western exploration of spiritual phenomena.
Centering female figures highlights female influence within a spiritual context.

Limited or Absent

The reliance on traditional religious morality may restrict the exploration of complex social structures.
There is a lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities within the narrative.
The portrayal of the child's miracle leaves the nature of disability representation unclear.

Official Synopsis

In this dramatization, the Virgin Mary works a miracle on a girl in 1623 Mexico. Four centuries later, a family make a pilgrimage for their own child.

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