The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Right
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.2
Overview
Based on a true story about a man named Christopher Gardner. Gardner has invested heavily in a device known as a "bone density scanner". He feels like he has it made selling these devices. However, they do not sell well ...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Based on a true story about a man named Christopher Gardner. Gardner has invested heavily in a device known as a "bone density scanner". He feels like he has it made selling these devices. However, they do not sell well ...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Right
Primary
The film's central message champions individual perseverance and hard work as the primary solution to poverty and hardship, strongly aligning with conservative values of self-reliance and the American Dream within a capitalist framework.
The movie showcases visible diversity through its Black lead character, whose true story of overcoming adversity is central to the narrative. While it highlights the challenges faced by the protagonist, the film primarily focuses on individual perseverance rather than offering an explicit critique of traditional identities or making DEI themes overtly central to its message.
Secondary
The film 'The Pursuit of Happyness' does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes in its narrative. The story centers entirely on Chris Gardner's personal journey and his relationship with his son, with no depiction of queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama based on the real-life story of Chris Gardner. All main characters, including Chris Gardner, his son Christopher Jr., and his wife Linda, are portrayed with the same gender as their historical counterparts. No characters established as one gender in real-world history are depicted as a different gender in the film.
The film is a biographical drama based on the real-life story of Chris Gardner, a Black American businessman. The main characters, including Chris Gardner and his family, are portrayed by actors of the same race as their historical counterparts.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.0
7.9
Critic Ratings
6.7
6.4
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