HBO MaxThe Passion of Joan of Arc (1928)
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Analyzing...
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Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.9
Overview
A classic of the silent age, this film tells the story of the doomed but ultimately canonized 15th-century teenage warrior. On trial for claiming she'd spoken to God, Jeanne d'Arc is subjected to inhumane treatment and scare tactics at the hands of church court officials. Initially bullied into changing her story, Jeanne eventually opts for what she sees as the truth. Her punishment, a famously brutal execution, earns her perpetual martyrdom.
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Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A classic of the silent age, this film tells the story of the doomed but ultimately canonized 15th-century teenage warrior. On trial for claiming she'd spoken to God, Jeanne d'Arc is subjected to inhumane treatment and scare tactics at the hands of church court officials. Initially bullied into changing her story, Jeanne eventually opts for what she sees as the truth. Her punishment, a famously brutal execution, earns her perpetual martyrdom.
Starring Cast
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Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict, pitting individual faith against oppressive institutional power, is explored through a deeply humanistic and spiritual lens rather than a modern political one. It critiques the abuse of power and celebrates unwavering conviction without aligning with specific left or right ideologies.
This 1928 historical drama features a cast that is consistent with its 15th-century French setting, without any intentional race or gender swaps of traditional roles. The narrative explores themes of faith and injustice against institutional power, rather than engaging with modern DEI critiques of traditional identities.
Secondary
The film powerfully affirms the spiritual strength and purity of Joan's individual Christian faith, portraying her as a martyr whose devotion transcends the corrupt and hypocritical institutional Christianity of her accusers. The narrative clearly condemns the bigotry and abuse of power by the Church officials, positioning the audience to sympathize with Joan's victimized, genuine faith. This distinction highlights the film's positive portrayal of sincere belief despite institutional failings.
The Passion of Joan of Arc does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is solely dedicated to Joan's religious conviction, her persecution by the Church, and her ultimate martyrdom, with no elements pertaining to queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film depicts the historical figure Joan of Arc as female, consistent with historical records. All other significant characters are also portrayed with their historically established genders, resulting in no gender swaps.
The film depicts historical figures from 15th-century France, including Joan of Arc, who were historically white. The actors cast in these roles in the 1928 film were also white, aligning with the historical context.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.1
8.0
Critic Ratings
9.8
9.8
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