subtle representations
[/ˈsʌt.əl ˌrep.rɪ.ˈzen.teɪ.ʃənz/]
noun phrasefeminine pluralpl: subtle representations
representações sutis
1. Indirect, delicate, or understated depictions or portrayals of something, often conveying meaning through implication rather than explicit statement
The film uses subtle representations of social inequality through cinematography rather than direct dialogue.
O filme usa representações sutis da desigualdade social através da cinematografia em vez de diálogo direto.
2. Artistic or literary expressions that convey complex ideas through refined, nuanced techniques
The poet's subtle representations of emotion are evident in her careful word choices.
As representações sutis de emoção da poeta são evidentes em suas escolhas cuidadosas de palavras.
3. Symbolic or allegorical depictions that require interpretation and insight to fully understand
Medieval manuscripts contain subtle representations of religious concepts through elaborate illustrations.
Manuscritos medievais contêm representações sutis de conceitos religiosos através de ilustrações elaboradas.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and American academic, artistic, and literary criticism. In Brazilian culture, subtle representations are highly valued in cinema and literature as a mark of artistic sophistication. In the USA, this term is frequently employed in discussions of American cinema, contemporary art, and cultural studies, often to praise works that avoid heavy-handed messaging.
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