Lincoln (2012)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
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Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.9
Overview
In 1865, as the American Civil War winds inexorably toward conclusion, U.S. president Abraham Lincoln endeavors to achieve passage of the landmark constitutional amendment which will forever ban slavery from the United S...
Starring Cast
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Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Overview
In 1865, as the American Civil War winds inexorably toward conclusion, U.S. president Abraham Lincoln endeavors to achieve passage of the landmark constitutional amendment which will forever ban slavery from the United S...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
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Primary
The film's central thesis champions the abolition of slavery and the legislative fight for racial equality, aligning with core progressive values of social justice and human rights, despite depicting pragmatic political methods.
The movie, set during the American Civil War, naturally features a diverse cast reflecting the historical period, without explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative is deeply centered on the abolition of slavery, providing a strong and explicit critique of historical racial injustice and the traditional societal structures that upheld it, making the pursuit of equality central to its story.
Secondary
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama focused on Abraham Lincoln's presidency and the abolition of slavery. It does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no depiction to evaluate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama depicting real-world figures. All major historical characters are portrayed on screen with their historically documented genders, with no instances of a character's gender being changed from their established historical record.
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama depicting real historical figures. All major and supporting characters are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the documented historical race of the individuals they represent, with no instances of a character's race being changed from their historical or canonical depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.3
6.9
Critic Ratings
8.9
8.7
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