
The Soldier with Great Maneuvers
1978

Representation Score
Fair
1977
Director
Nando Cicero
Runtime
84 minutes
Average Rating
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The film presents a progressive stance regarding gendered ability to act, placing a woman at the center of a traditionally male military hierarchy. Eva Marini's quest for equal rights provides a narrative driver that challenges standard authority dynamics. However, these advancements are limited by the era's social constraints. The production lacks depth in representing diverse identities and cultures, focusing instead on a culturally and ethnically homogeneous setting. Ultimately, the work functions as a period-specific comedy that pushes gender boundaries while remaining culturally and ethnically uniform.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses mainly on gender dynamics without exploring non-straight relationships.
Eva Marini is a central character who fights for institutional equality within a male-dominated military environment. Her actions challenge traditional gender roles.
The cast appears ethnically uniform, reflecting the production context of the time. There are no non-European characters or racial blending in the narrative.
The story critiques strict military discipline and traditional institutional authority. It engages with the era's social movements by questioning established state structures.
There is no visible focus on characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. No representation is present in the available records.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Army Doctor Eva Marini wants to join a regiment to secure equal rights for women. So her commanding officer sends her off to a boot camp led by Renzo Montagnani, where only the most unruly soldiers end up.

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