5.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
How Sleep the Brave (1982)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.9
Overview
A squad of young fresh American soldiers are sent to Vietnam. Immediately upon their arrival, they are sent on a very hazardous mission into the jungle losing a couple of them on the way. As soon as they return to camp they have no time to rest and are sent out again on a long jaunt to destroy a V.C. village. After destroying the village they embark on the journey back to camp
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Negative
Overview
A squad of young fresh American soldiers are sent to Vietnam. Immediately upon their arrival, they are sent on a very hazardous mission into the jungle losing a couple of them on the way. As soon as they return to camp they have no time to rest and are sent out again on a long jaunt to destroy a V.C. village. After destroying the village they embark on the journey back to camp
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film primarily focuses on the visceral experience of combat and the psychological toll on soldiers during the Vietnam War, rather than offering an explicit political critique or endorsement of the conflict. Its narrative emphasizes individual survival and the brutality of war without championing a specific ideological solution.
This film, released in 1962, reflects the common casting practices of its era, featuring a predominantly traditional cast without evident intentional race or gender swaps. The narrative does not appear to critically portray traditional identities or center on explicit DEI themes, aligning with typical storytelling conventions of the period.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian faith as inadequate and ultimately shattered by the brutal realities of war. Through the experiences of its characters, the narrative suggests that traditional religious beliefs offer little solace or meaning in the face of extreme suffering and violence, leading to disillusionment.
The film 'How Sleep the Brave' does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or explore related themes, resulting in no direct portrayal of queer identity within its story.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "How Sleep the Brave" is an original production, not an adaptation of existing material or a reboot. Its characters were created for this specific film, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical gender to be swapped.
This 1982 film does not appear to be an adaptation of a work with pre-established character races, nor does it depict historical figures whose race would be documented. Therefore, no characters meet the definition of having their race swapped from prior canon.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.6
6.3
Critic Ratings
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