Google PlaySigns of Life (1989)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.4
Overview
The closing of a small shipbuilder in New England places stresses on the people involved.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google Play
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
The closing of a small shipbuilder in New England places stresses on the people involved.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores the complex emotional landscape of a woman seeking personal freedom outside a traditional marriage, focusing on the individual consequences and the ambiguity of her journey rather than promoting a specific political ideology or solution.
The film features a predominantly white cast, consistent with traditional casting practices of its time, and does not appear to include intentional race or gender swaps for established roles. Its narrative centers on a family's struggles without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or incorporating strong DEI themes into its core plot.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity through the struggles of a minister and his family, exploring themes of faith, doubt, and community with depth and sympathy. It focuses on the human experience of belief and the search for spiritual meaning, rather than critiquing the religion itself.
Based on the information provided, there are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the film "Signs of Life." Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements is not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Signs of Life (1989) is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment to establish any character's gender before their portrayal in this movie.
This film is an original 1989 drama and not an adaptation of existing source material with pre-established character races, nor does it depict historical figures. Therefore, no characters could have been race-swapped from prior canon.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.2
4.6
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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