Apple TVThe Charge of the Light Brigade (1936)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.7
Overview
In 1853, as the British and Russian empires compete to gain and maintain their place in the dreadful Great Game of political intrigues and alliances whose greatest prize is the domination of India and the border territories, Major Geoffrey Vickers must endure several betrayals and misfortunes before he can achieve his revenge at the Balaclava Heights, on October 25, 1854, the most glorious day of the Crimean War.
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Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Islam: Negative
Overview
In 1853, as the British and Russian empires compete to gain and maintain their place in the dreadful Great Game of political intrigues and alliances whose greatest prize is the domination of India and the border territories, Major Geoffrey Vickers must endure several betrayals and misfortunes before he can achieve his revenge at the Balaclava Heights, on October 25, 1854, the most glorious day of the Crimean War.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
While critiquing specific instances of incompetent military leadership and the tragic waste of life, the film ultimately emphasizes individual duty, honor, and personal vengeance within the context of colonial expansion, aligning with right-leaning values of patriotism and sacrifice.
This historical war film from 1936 features traditional casting with a predominantly white cast, consistent with the era and subject matter. The narrative frames traditional identities and military service in a neutral to positive light, without engaging in any critical portrayal or explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays the Muslim leader Surat Khan and his forces as treacherous and cruel, responsible for a massacre of British civilians. This depiction serves to establish them as clear antagonists without significant counterbalancing nuance, reinforcing a negative stereotype.
The film 'The Charge of the Light Brigade' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on military conflict, duty, and a heterosexual romance, resulting in no portrayal of queer identity within its story.
The film is a historical war drama focused on British cavalry officers during the Crimean War. Female characters are present in supporting roles, primarily as romantic interests or background figures, and are not depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.
The film is a historical drama based on the Crimean War. All major and minor characters, including those based on historical figures, maintain their established or historical gender in their on-screen portrayals. No instances of a character canonically or historically established as one gender being depicted as another were found.
The film features fictional characters and historical figures from the Crimean War. All historical figures are portrayed by actors matching their documented race. Fictional characters, including Surat Khan, were original to this film, thus not having a pre-established race from prior canon or history to be swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.0
6.5
Critic Ratings
6.7
N/A
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