Wanda Nevada (1979)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.6
Overview
In the American Southwest of the 1950s, middle-aged vagabond Beaudray Demerille survives as a cardsharp who moves from town to town. But his latest victory brings him unwanted spoils in the form of Wanda Nevada, a fiery 13-year-old. At first Beaudray does everything he can to ditch Wanda -- until the girl chances upon a treasure map. But Wanda and Beaudray aren't the only ones after the loot, and they must contend with a ruthless pair of crooks.
Starring Cast
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Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
In the American Southwest of the 1950s, middle-aged vagabond Beaudray Demerille survives as a cardsharp who moves from town to town. But his latest victory brings him unwanted spoils in the form of Wanda Nevada, a fiery 13-year-old. At first Beaudray does everything he can to ditch Wanda -- until the girl chances upon a treasure map. But Wanda and Beaudray aren't the only ones after the loot, and they must contend with a ruthless pair of crooks.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's neutral rating stems from its focus on apolitical themes of individual adventure, self-reliance, and the formation of an unconventional bond, rather than engaging with specific political ideologies or societal critiques.
The movie features traditional casting without explicit race or gender swaps of roles. Its narrative primarily focuses on adventure, presenting traditional identities in a neutral or positive light without centralizing DEI themes or offering explicit critiques.
Secondary
Wanda Nevada does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on a treasure hunt in the American West, with the story's focus entirely on the adventures of its heterosexual protagonists and the challenges they face in their quest for gold.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Wanda Nevada (1979) is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There are no pre-existing source materials, historical figures, or prior installments from which characters' genders could have been swapped.
Wanda Nevada is an original film from 1979, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a historical account. Its characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.5
5.6
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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