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A Passagem da Noite

Name: A Passagem da Noite
Director: Luís Filipe Rocha
Released: 2003
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

7.1/10

Good

2003

Director

Luís Filipe Rocha

Runtime

95 minutes

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A Passagem da Noite is a socially realistic film that highlights the nuanced and challenging experiences of a female protagonist. It disrupts sanitized views of adolescence by focusing on the harsh realities of sexual violence and unplanned pregnancy. However, the film lacks broad diversity. The narrative appears limited by a lack of visible LGBTQ+ presence and a homogeneous racial landscape, which narrows its scope of representation. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its psychological depth and its refusal to provide a triumphant coming-of-age story, opting instead for a gritty portrayal of societal failure.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Passagem da Noite have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. The story focuses on a traumatic event and its biological impact.

How does A Passagem da Noite portray gender?

Good

The story centers around a young woman navigating personal and systemic trauma, particularly after an assault leading to an unplanned pregnancy. It challenges clichés of passive female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Passagem da Noite?

Limited

The film likely reflects a more homogeneous society typical of its Portuguese origins. There is no indication of a multi-ethnic cast or intentional color-blind casting.

How does A Passagem da Noite represent religion and culture?

Good

The film examines the transition to adulthood through the lens of trauma and social dysfunction. It portrays growing up as a struggle with a broken social fabric.

Does A Passagem da Noite include disability representation?

Fair

There is no explicit mention of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. While trauma can intersect with mental health issues, no characters with disabilities are shown taking control of their lives.

Present on Screen

Focuses on a young woman's ability to act and autonomy in the face of extreme personal trauma.
Challenges idealized depictions of youth through a lens of social realism.
Explores complex moral landscapes rather than relying on simple morality.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight relationships.
Shows a lack of racial and ethnic diversity within its social setting.
Provides no explicit representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Mariana is a 17 year old girl, who, after being rapped by drug addict, finds out she's pregnant and, in her path, discovers how difficult it can be entering adulthood.

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