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Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa

Name: Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa
Director: Eduardo Jimeno
Released: 1897
Duration: 1 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1897

Director

Eduardo Jimeno

Runtime

1 minutes

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As a foundational piece of Spanish cinema, this documentary serves as a direct recording of 1897 social and religious life. It captures a specific historical moment rather than engaging with modern multi-layered frameworks. The film acts as a reflection of the existing social order, reinforcing traditional hierarchies and religious institutions. Since it is an observational ethnographic record, it lacks the narrative structure to explore diverse identities. Ultimately, the work reflects the historical homogeneity of its time, documenting a period where social roles and demographics were strictly defined by tradition.

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Category Breakdown

Does Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any queer narratives or non-cisgender identities. It simply records parishioners following the social norms of the late 19th century.

How does Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa portray gender?

Limited

Women appear in the congregation, but the footage reflects the gender hierarchies typical of the era. There is no challenge to traditional roles or masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa?

Limited

The cast consists of the local population in Zaragoza. The demographic appears uniform, reflecting the historical and geographic context of the time.

How does Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film focuses entirely on the Catholic Church and the ritual of exiting mass. It upholds religious and communal traditions without criticism or secular framing.

Does Exit of the Twelve O'clock Mass of the Pillar of Saragossa include disability representation?

Minimal

The footage focuses on a general crowd of parishioners. There is no clear representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a seminal historical record of late 19th-century Spanish social and religious life.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of diverse identities, including LGBTQ+, racial, and disability-related perspectives.
Reinforces traditional social hierarchies and religious institutions without challenge or critique.

Official Synopsis

Short recording of several parishioners leaving the city's basilica. It is considered the first Spanish film in history.

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