Apple TVShenandoah (1965)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.1
Overview
Charlie Anderson, a farmer in Shenandoah, Virginia, finds himself and his family in the middle of the Civil War he wants nothing to do with. When his youngest boy is taken prisoner by the North, the Civil War is forced upon him.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Charlie Anderson, a farmer in Shenandoah, Virginia, finds himself and his family in the middle of the Civil War he wants nothing to do with. When his youngest boy is taken prisoner by the North, the Civil War is forced upon him.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
While presenting a strong anti-war message, the film's dominant themes of family unity, individual liberty, self-reliance, and skepticism of government intervention align with conservative values, particularly in its portrayal of a principled, traditional family defending its way of life.
The movie features a traditional cast predominantly composed of white actors, consistent with its historical setting. The narrative centers on a white, male patriarch and his family, portraying traditional identities in a neutral to positive light without explicit critique or central DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian values of peace, family, and moral integrity as central to the protagonist's character and as a source of resilience amidst the devastation of war. The narrative ultimately affirms faith and community as essential, particularly in the film's poignant final scene.
The film "Shenandoah" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on a family's experiences during the American Civil War, without incorporating queer identities or storylines into its plot.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Shenandoah (1965) is an original story featuring characters created specifically for the film. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical figures whose gender could have been altered.
Shenandoah (1965) is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material or historical record establishing the characters' race before their portrayal in this movie. Therefore, no character's race was changed from a previously established depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.3
6.9
Critic Ratings
10.0
N/A
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