HBO MaxThe Sea of Grass (1947)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.7
Overview
On America's frontier, a St. Louis woman marries a New Mexico cattleman who is seen as a tyrant by the locals.
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Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Overview
On America's frontier, a St. Louis woman marries a New Mexico cattleman who is seen as a tyrant by the locals.
Starring Cast
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Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict pits a traditional, individualistic rancher against encroaching homesteaders representing societal progress and settlement. Its right-leaning bias stems from its elegiac tone and romanticization of the rancher's way of life, lamenting the inevitable loss of the open range and traditional freedoms.
The film features a traditional cast predominantly composed of white actors, reflecting common Hollywood practices of its era. Its narrative centers on traditional identities without offering any critique or explicit focus on diversity, equity, or inclusion themes.
Secondary
The film "The Sea of Grass" does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its plot or character arcs. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate against the provided rubric.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1947 film "The Sea of Grass" is an adaptation of Conrad Richter's 1937 novel. All major characters, including Jim Brewton, Lutie Cameron, and Brock, retain their established genders from the source material in the film adaptation.
Based on a 1937 novel, the film's main characters, such as Colonel Jim Brewton and Lutie Cameron, are portrayed by actors (Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn) whose race aligns with the characters' established or implied race in the source material. No instances of race swapping were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
4.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.3
6.3
Critic Ratings
1.4
N/A
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