Apple TVThe Last Temptation of Christ (1988)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.7
Overview
Jesus, a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas -- despite his protestations that love, not violence, is the path to salvation. The burden of being the savior of mankind torments Jesus throughout his life, leading him to doubt.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Jesus, a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas -- despite his protestations that love, not violence, is the path to salvation. The burden of being the savior of mankind torments Jesus throughout his life, leading him to doubt.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film explores the profound internal struggle of Jesus Christ between his human desires and divine mission, ultimately affirming his sacrificial role. Its focus on theological and personal conflict, rather than explicit political or societal issues, positions it as neutral.
The film features a predominantly white cast in roles traditionally depicted by white actors in Western cinema, consistent with its era's approach to biblical epics. Its narrative explores the spiritual and human struggles of its central male protagonist without critiquing traditional identities or explicitly incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Jesus Christ, a historical figure canonically established as a Middle Eastern Jew, with a white European-descended actor. This represents a change in the character's historically understood race.
The film, despite its controversial humanization of Jesus, ultimately portrays his spiritual journey, sacrifice, and divine purpose with profound respect and affirmation. It explores the immense weight of his mission and the personal cost, ultimately validating his role as the Christ.
Judaism is depicted as the foundational cultural and religious context for Jesus's life and ministry. The film portrays Jewish society, practices, and the struggles of the Jewish people under Roman rule with historical sensitivity and without negative judgment.
The Last Temptation of Christ does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is solely focused on its biblical subject matter, resulting in no direct or indirect portrayal of queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film adapts biblical and historical figures whose genders are well-established. All major characters, such as Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Judas, and John the Baptist, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their canonical or historical counterparts.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.5
7.2
Critic Ratings
8.2
8.0
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