HBO MaxNew Moon (1940)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.6
Overview
A revolutionary leader romances a French aristocrat in Louisiana.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
HBO Max
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A revolutionary leader romances a French aristocrat in Louisiana.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
HBO MaxApple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central narrative focuses on apolitical themes of romance, adventure, and individual self-determination, as characters seek personal freedom and love in a new world, without engaging in explicit political commentary or promoting specific ideological viewpoints.
The movie features a traditional cast and narrative, consistent with films of its era, without explicit DEI-driven casting or narrative elements that critique traditional identities.
Secondary
The film, set in 18th-century French Louisiana, depicts Christianity (likely Catholicism) as an integral and respected part of the colonial society and culture. Religious practices and figures are presented without critique, serving as a natural backdrop for the characters' lives and events.
New Moon (1940) is a romantic musical operetta centered entirely on a heterosexual love story. The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, nor does it explore any related issues. Therefore, there is no portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements to evaluate.
The film features female characters with supernatural abilities, such as Alice Cullen and Jane Volturi. However, none of these characters engage in or are depicted as victorious in close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents. Jane uses a mental power, not physical combat.
The 1940 film "New Moon" is an adaptation of a 1928 operetta and a 1930 film. All principal characters in this version maintain the same gender as established in the original source material and prior adaptations.
The 1940 film "New Moon" is an adaptation of a 1928 operetta. The main characters, French aristocrats, are portrayed by white actors, consistent with their established origins and the historical setting. There is no evidence of any character being canonically established as one race and then portrayed as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.7
6.5
Critic Ratings
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