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Resistance
Representation Score
5.5/10
Fair
2019
Director
Zeca Brito
Runtime
122 minutes
Average Rating
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This historical drama emphasizes political volatility over social diversity. The narrative focuses on the tension between institutional authority and grassroots movements during a period of Brazilian civil unrest. The story structure relies heavily on traditional romantic and gender roles. While the setting is inherently diverse, the specific identities of characters remain largely unexplored. Overall, the film portrays the struggle against centralized power effectively, even though it does not actively challenge traditional gender or social hierarchies.
Category Breakdown
Does Resistance have LGBTQ+ representation?
The romantic storyline focuses on two brothers competing for the same woman, following a traditional structure that assumes straight relationships. There is no clear indication of characters with LGBTQ+ identities.
How does Resistance portray gender?
A key female character drives the emotional tension between the brothers. However, the story mainly revolves around male-dominated political and military conflicts.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Resistance?
Set in 1961 Brazil, the film depicts a multi-ethnic society. Given the historical context, there are likely diverse social strata and ethnic tensions present.
How does Resistance represent religion and culture?
The film examines the clash between military/political orders and a movement challenging these powers. It highlights the tension between state institutions and grassroots resistance.
Does Resistance include disability representation?
There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the narrative.
Present on Screen
- Highlights the struggle against centralized power and institutional authority.
- Examines the tension between state institutions and grassroots movements.
- Provides a compelling look at moments of institutional instability.
Limited or Absent
- Focuses on traditional romantic and gender structures.
- Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
- Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Official Synopsis
Brazil, 1961. In the underground of the Piratini Palace, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul, Leonel Brizola, awaits a bombing by the Brazilian armed forces. The country is on the verge of a civil war, following the resignation of president Jânio Quadros and the movement to keep vice-president João Goulart from taking office. Using the radio transmitter from his improvised bunker, Brizola sets up the Legality movement, to ensure Goulart's right to the presidential chair. Caught in the crossfire, two brothers who are in love with the same woman unite to fight alongside Brizola.
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