Apple TVKing of Kings (1961)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.4
Overview
Who is Jesus, and why does he impact all he meets? He is respected and reviled, emulated and accused, beloved, betrayed, and finally crucified. Yet that terrible fate would not be the end of the story.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Who is Jesus, and why does he impact all he meets? He is respected and reviled, emulated and accused, beloved, betrayed, and finally crucified. Yet that terrible fate would not be the end of the story.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film primarily focuses on universal spiritual and moral themes, emphasizing individual transformation and a non-political spiritual kingdom. It consciously avoids advocating for specific political ideologies or systemic changes, leading to a neutral rating.
This film features primarily traditional casting, with all major roles filled by white actors, consistent with the filmmaking practices of its era for biblical epics. The narrative focuses on a straightforward retelling of its source material, without engaging in critical portrayals of traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Jesus and other historical figures from 1st-century Judea, who were historically Semitic/Middle Eastern, with white European/American actors. This constitutes a race swap.
The film reverently portrays the life, teachings, miracles, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, presenting his message as divine and foundational. The narrative aligns with the virtues and dignity of the nascent Christian faith, positioning the audience to sympathize deeply with Jesus and his followers.
While the film depicts the Jewish religious establishment (Sanhedrin, Pharisees) as opposing Jesus, it portrays Jesus himself and his early disciples as Jewish. The narrative offers nuance by showing the common Jewish people as receptive to Jesus' message and suffering under Roman rule, thus not condemning Judaism as a whole but rather specific actions of its leadership.
King of Kings, a 1961 biblical epic, does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is solely focused on the traditional retelling of the life of Jesus Christ, rendering the LGBTQ+ portrayal N/A.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "King of Kings" (1961) is a biblical epic depicting the life of Jesus Christ. All major characters, including Jesus, Mary, and the Apostles, are portrayed with their historically and canonically established genders from the New Testament.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.0
7.2
Critic Ratings
8.0
N/A
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