Apple TVAny Number Can Play (1949)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.0
Overview
When illegal casino owner Charley Kyng develops heart disease, he is advised by a doctor to spend more time with his family. However, he finds it difficult to keep his work separate from his life at home. His son, Paul, feels ashamed of Charley's career and gets into a fight at his prom because of it. Meanwhile, Charley's brother-in-law, Robbin, who works at the casino, begins fixing games due to his extreme gambling debts.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
When illegal casino owner Charley Kyng develops heart disease, he is advised by a doctor to spend more time with his family. However, he finds it difficult to keep his work separate from his life at home. His son, Paul, feels ashamed of Charley's career and gets into a fight at his prom because of it. Meanwhile, Charley's brother-in-law, Robbin, who works at the casino, begins fixing games due to his extreme gambling debts.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film focuses on a casino owner's personal and familial struggles, with the narrative's resolution centered on individual redemption and reconciliation rather than promoting any specific political ideology or systemic critique.
The movie features a predominantly white main cast, consistent with the casting norms of its release era. Its narrative centers on the personal and professional challenges of a white, male protagonist, without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film explores themes of morality, sin, and redemption through the protagonist's introspection, implicitly referencing a broadly Christian ethical framework. While not overtly religious, the narrative respects the virtues and moral dilemmas often associated with Christian values, portraying characters who grapple with these concepts with sincerity.
The film "Any Number Can Play" does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on a heterosexual couple and their family dynamics, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1949 film "Any Number Can Play" is an adaptation of Edward Harris Heth's novel. There is no evidence that any character's gender was altered from the source material for the film adaptation.
Based on available information for the 1949 film "Any Number Can Play" and its source material, there is no indication that any character canonically, historically, or widely established as one race was portrayed on screen as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
6.9
Critic Ratings
1.4
N/A
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