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Putkinotko

Name: Putkinotko
Director: Roland af Hällström
Released: 1954
Duration: 102 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1954

Director

Roland af Hällström

Runtime

102 minutes

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Putkinotko is a period piece that emphasizes historical realism and the social structures of its time. It focuses on the struggles of a specific socio-economic class through the Käkriäinen family, exploring themes of poverty and survival. While it offers a realistic portrayal of early 20th-century Finnish rural life, it does not challenge traditional social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film adheres to the narrative conventions of 1954 Finnish cinema, centering on a homogeneous community.

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Category Breakdown

Does Putkinotko have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It focuses on a traditional family structure typical of the time.

How does Putkinotko portray gender?

Limited

Rosina Käkriäinen plays a significant role in the family's economic survival but her actions are confined to traditional domestic duties within a patriarchal system.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Putkinotko?

Limited

The story is set in early 20th-century Finland among a largely homogeneous rural population. There is no diversity in casting or interactions with characters from outside the local area.

How does Putkinotko represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores poverty and class through the experiences of sharecroppers. It highlights social stability and traditional ways of surviving.

Does Putkinotko include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Offers a nuanced look at the economic hardships faced by sharecroppers.
Provides a realistic portrayal of early 20th-century Finnish rural life.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight narratives.
Maintains a homogeneous ethnic and racial landscape.
Does not challenge traditional gender roles or explore broader multi-layered identities.

Official Synopsis

A story takes place within one summery day in a place called Putkinotko on the shore of lake Saimaa in the early 20th century. Juutas and Rosina Käkriäinen are poor sharecroppers struggling to feed their ten children, so they run a liquor selling business on the side...

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