Apple TVFunny Lady (1975)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.6
Overview
Famous singer Fanny Brice has divorced her first husband Nicky Arnstein. During the Great Depression she has trouble finding work as an artist, but meets Billy Rose, a newcomer who writes lyrics and owns a nightclub.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Famous singer Fanny Brice has divorced her first husband Nicky Arnstein. During the Great Depression she has trouble finding work as an artist, but meets Billy Rose, a newcomer who writes lyrics and owns a nightclub.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film is a biographical musical drama primarily focused on the personal and professional life of Fanny Brice, emphasizing individual ambition and complex relationships within the entertainment industry, rather than engaging with explicit political themes or societal critiques.
The movie features traditional casting that aligns with the historical figures portrayed, without intentional race or gender swaps for diversity. Its narrative maintains a neutral to positive framing of traditional identities, focusing on character development and relationships rather than critiquing societal norms.
Secondary
The film portrays its protagonist, Fanny Brice, as a successful and beloved Jewish entertainer. Her Jewish identity is an integral and respected part of her character, contributing to her unique persona without being subjected to negative stereotypes or narrative critique.
Funny Lady does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers entirely on heterosexual relationships and the professional life of its protagonist, Fanny Brice, resulting in no depiction of queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Funny Lady is a biographical film about the real-life entertainer Fanny Brice. All major characters, including Fanny Brice and Billy Rose, are portrayed with their historically accurate genders, consistent with their real-world identities.
The film is a biographical drama about Fanny Brice, a real historical figure who was Jewish-American (white). The main characters, including Brice, Billy Rose, and Nick Arnstein, are portrayed by actors whose racial depiction aligns with their historical counterparts or does not constitute a shift in broader racial category.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.2
5.2
Critic Ratings
5.5
N/A
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