Google PlayThe David Susskind Show: Give 'em Hell Harry (2012)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.8
Overview
In 1961, David Susskind conducted a series of interviews with former President Harry Truman in Truman's hometown of Independence, Missouri. After picking Truman up at his home to take him to the Truman Presidential Library for the interviews over a number of days.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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YouTubeBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
In 1961, David Susskind conducted a series of interviews with former President Harry Truman in Truman's hometown of Independence, Missouri. After picking Truman up at his home to take him to the Truman Presidential Library for the interviews over a number of days.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayYouTubeDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film, a recording of a one-man play about Harry S. Truman, primarily celebrates a specific type of American leadership characterized by integrity, decisiveness, and a populist spirit, rather than explicitly promoting a particular political ideology.
This talk show, focusing on the historical figure Harry S. Truman, features casting that aligns with traditional demographics of its era, without explicit race or gender-driven recasting. The narrative frames traditional identities neutrally or positively, consistent with a historical and political discussion, and does not center on explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
The film portrays Harry S. Truman as a man of integrity and principle, and his Christian faith is presented as an integral, albeit understated, part of his character and moral compass. The narrative implicitly aligns with the virtues associated with his personal faith.
The film positively frames President Truman's decision to recognize the State of Israel, portraying it as a principled and courageous act. This narrative stance implicitly affirms the historical significance and dignity of the Jewish people's aspirations.
Based on the lack of provided information, this film does not appear to feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal of queer identity is not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film portrays the historical figure Harry S. Truman, who was male, with a male actor. There is no instance of a character established as one gender being portrayed as a different gender.
This film is a recording of a one-man play where James Whitmore portrays the historical figure Harry S. Truman. Both the historical figure and the actor are white, therefore no race swap is present.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
3.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.6
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