3.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Man's Search for Happiness (1964)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.5
Overview
Produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this film explains the role of the plan of salvation in Mormon theology, with questions like "Who am I?", "Where did I come from?", and "Where am I going?" being explored from a Mormon perspective. This film was produced by the BYU Motion Picture Studio for the Mormon Pavilion at the 1964 World's Fair in New York City.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this film explains the role of the plan of salvation in Mormon theology, with questions like "Who am I?", "Where did I come from?", and "Where am I going?" being explored from a Mormon perspective. This film was produced by the BYU Motion Picture Studio for the Mormon Pavilion at the 1964 World's Fair in New York City.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's political bias cannot be assessed due to the absence of specific plot details, thematic content, or character information. Therefore, a neutral rating is assigned as no evidence supports a left or right leaning interpretation.
Based on the limited information provided, there are no explicit indications of diverse casting or specific DEI themes within the narrative of "Man's Search for Happiness". The evaluation reflects a neutral stance due to the absence of details regarding representation or narrative framing.
Secondary
The film, produced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, affirms a Christ-centered life and the existence of God, presenting its specific Christian interpretation as the path to true happiness.
Based on the provided input, there is no information available regarding the presence of LGBTQ+ characters or themes in 'Man's Search for Happiness.' Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal is not possible, resulting in a 'No depiction' assessment.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The provided information for "Man's Search for Happiness" (1964) does not include details about source material, prior adaptations, or historical figures. Without a pre-established canon or historical baseline for its characters, it is not possible to identify any instances of a gender swap.
The film 'Man's Search for Happiness' (1964) features original characters created for the production. There is no evidence of pre-existing source material or prior installments that established the race of these characters differently before this film's release. Therefore, no race swap occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.0
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Critic Ratings
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