Apple TVLost Horizon (1973)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.0
Overview
While escaping war-torn China, a group of Europeans crash in the Himalayas, where they are rescued and taken to the mysterious Valley of the Blue Moon, Shangri-La.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Race Swap: Yes
Buddhism: Positive
Overview
While escaping war-torn China, a group of Europeans crash in the Himalayas, where they are rescued and taken to the mysterious Valley of the Blue Moon, Shangri-La.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film presents a universal critique of human society's materialism and conflict, offering an isolated, spiritual utopia as an alternative. Its focus on peace, wisdom, and communal harmony, without advocating for specific political reforms or structures, results in a neutral political stance.
The movie features a cast with visible diversity among the inhabitants of Shangri-La, while its primary Western roles are traditionally cast. The narrative does not present a critical portrayal of traditional identities, instead focusing on the contrast between Western societal values and the utopian ideals of Shangri-La.
Secondary
The character Chang, canonically depicted as an elderly Chinese man in the source novel and previous film adaptation, is portrayed by a white actor in the 1973 movie.
The film's utopian Shangri-La is founded on principles of peace, wisdom, and moderation, which are deeply resonant with Buddhist philosophy. The narrative presents these ideals as the ultimate good, contrasting them with the destructive nature of the outside world.
The film "Lost Horizon" (1973) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. Its plot focuses on a group discovering a utopian valley, with character relationships and conflicts being entirely heterosexual, leading to an N/A rating for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The film "Lost Horizon" is a musical fantasy and does not feature any scenes of direct physical combat. Female characters are present but do not engage in or win any close-quarters fights against male opponents.
The 1973 film adaptation of James Hilton's novel "Lost Horizon" maintains the established genders for all its major characters from the source material. No character canonically male or female in the novel is portrayed as a different gender in the movie.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
4.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.2
5.4
Critic Ratings
1.4
N/A
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