Apple TVQueen Christina (1933)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.5
Overview
Popular monarch Queen Christina of Sweden must choose between love and loyalty to her nation when she unexpectedly falls for a Spanish envoy.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
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Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Popular monarch Queen Christina of Sweden must choose between love and loyalty to her nation when she unexpectedly falls for a Spanish envoy.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values by championing individual liberty and self-actualization over the burdens of traditional duty and societal expectations, particularly through Queen Christina's rejection of the throne and conventional gender roles.
The movie features traditional casting with a predominantly white ensemble, reflecting its historical setting and the period of its production. The narrative focuses on historical drama and personal challenges without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on strong DEI themes.
Secondary
"Queen Christina" offers a largely positive portrayal through its titular character's gender non-conformity and subtextual same-sex affection. Christina is depicted with dignity, agency, and complexity, consistently challenging traditional roles. Her deep bond with Countess Ebba Sparre is handled with tenderness, and her pursuit of self-determination is framed empathetically, affirming her identity and choices.
The film portrays the societal and political expectations placed upon Queen Christina, which are deeply intertwined with the Christian monarchical system of 17th-century Sweden, as restrictive and oppressive to her individual freedom and desires. The narrative champions Christina's personal autonomy against these constraining norms, implicitly critiquing the rigid aspects of the Christian-influenced social order.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film portrays Queen Christina of Sweden, a historical figure, as female. While the character often adopts masculine attire and mannerisms, this aligns with historical accounts and does not constitute a change in her established gender.
Queen Christina of Sweden was a historical figure of European descent. In the 1933 film, she is portrayed by Greta Garbo, a Swedish actress, aligning with the historical figure's race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.5
6.8
Critic Ratings
8.1
N/A
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