Apple TVTrue Stories (1986)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film offers an observational, often whimsical, look at eccentric characters in a small Texas town, exploring themes of consumerism, community, and individuality without advocating for a specific political ideology or presenting a clear political problem and solution.
The movie features a visibly diverse ensemble cast that reflects a variety of characters within its small-town setting. The narrative, however, does not explicitly critique traditional identities or center on explicit DEI themes, instead focusing on observational satire of American life and consumer culture.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian characters, notably the kind-hearted Preacher, with warmth and respect. Their faith is integrated into their unique personalities, contributing to the film's celebration of individual eccentricities without critique of the religion itself. The narrative observes these adherents with a sympathetic and often affectionate lens.
The film "True Stories" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative explores the eccentric lives of various residents in a fictional Texas town, focusing on themes of individuality and consumerism without addressing queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "True Stories" is an original work with characters created specifically for the movie. There are no pre-existing canonical, historical, or widely established characters whose gender was changed for this adaptation.
The film "True Stories" is an original work with characters created specifically for this production. There are no pre-existing characters from prior canon or history whose race could have been altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.2
6.7
Critic Ratings
7.6
6.7
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