Prime VideoKids from Shaolin (1984)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.2
Overview
Romance blossoms between two rival families practicing Shaolin and Wudang kungfu respectively. despite familial opposition - until they overcome a gang of scheming bandits together.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime Video
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Buddhism: Positive
Overview
Romance blossoms between two rival families practicing Shaolin and Wudang kungfu respectively. despite familial opposition - until they overcome a gang of scheming bandits together.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's core narrative focuses on universal themes of overcoming conflict, achieving unity, and fighting against a tyrannical individual, rather than explicitly promoting specific left or right political ideologies. Its emphasis on traditional values and discipline is balanced by themes of cooperation and overcoming prejudice.
The movie features an entirely Chinese cast, consistent with its cultural origin and setting, without engaging in explicit DEI-driven casting or recasting of traditionally white roles. The narrative focuses on martial arts and family dynamics within a historical Chinese context, presenting male characters in traditional heroic or neutral roles without critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features Er Feng, a female martial artist, who actively participates in the final battle. She is depicted using her combat skills to overcome and defeat several male adversaries in close-quarters fighting.
The film centers on the Shaolin Temple and its Buddhist monks, portraying them as disciplined, skilled, and virtuous protagonists. Their martial arts prowess is depicted as an integral part of their monastic life, and the narrative aligns with their ideals of community and eventual peace, even amidst conflict.
The film "Kids from Shaolin" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its plot centers on martial arts, family dynamics, and a heterosexual romance, thus rendering the portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements as not applicable.
This film is an original martial arts story, not an adaptation of a pre-existing work with established characters or a biopic of historical figures. All characters are original to the film's narrative, thus no gender swaps occur.
This 1984 martial arts film is an original production within its series, not an adaptation of pre-existing material with established character races. All characters were created for this film's universe and are portrayed consistently with their original depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.2
6.2
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
More Like This
Center
6.6
Legend of the Red Dragon
(1994)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
7.7
The Legend
(1993)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
7.5
Shaolin Soccer
(2001)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
6.7
Mad Monkey Kung Fu
(1979)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
7.0
Royal Tramp 2
(1992)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
7.3
Peking Opera Blues
(1986)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
8.0
Kung Fu Hustle
(2004)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
7.7
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In
(2024)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Center
7.1
The Grandmaster
(2013)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
8.6
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
(2000)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
8.0
Iron Monkey
(1993)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
7.7
Police Story 3: Super Cop
(1992)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
6.9
Crisis Negotiators
(2024)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Moderate
Progressive
6.9
A Guilty Conscience
(2023)
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Center
6.6
She Shoots Straight
(1990)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
8.4
Bullet in the Head
(1990)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Center
7.2
Eastern Condors
(1987)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Center
7.0
Buddha's Palm
(1982)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Progressive
6.7
Masameer Junior
(2025)
Political: Center
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Center
6.7
Assassination Classroom
(2015)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate