Apple TVKit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.8
Overview
The Great Depression hits home for nine year old Kit Kittredge when her dad loses his business and leaves to find work. Oscar nominee Abigail Breslin stars as Kit, leading a splendid cast in the first ever "American Girl" theatrical movie. In order to keep their home, Kit and her mother must take in boarders - paying house - guests who turn out to be full of fascinating stories. When mother's lockbox containing all their money is stolen, Kit's new hobo friend Will is the prime suspect. Kit refuses to believe that Will would steal, and her efforts to sniff out the real story get her and friends into big trouble. The police say the robbery was an inside job, committed by someone they know. So if it wasn't Will, then who did it.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
The Great Depression hits home for nine year old Kit Kittredge when her dad loses his business and leaves to find work. Oscar nominee Abigail Breslin stars as Kit, leading a splendid cast in the first ever "American Girl" theatrical movie. In order to keep their home, Kit and her mother must take in boarders - paying house - guests who turn out to be full of fascinating stories. When mother's lockbox containing all their money is stolen, Kit's new hobo friend Will is the prime suspect. Kit refuses to believe that Will would steal, and her efforts to sniff out the real story get her and friends into big trouble. The police say the robbery was an inside job, committed by someone they know. So if it wasn't Will, then who did it.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film portrays the human experience of the Great Depression, emphasizing themes of individual resilience, family unity, and community support, rather than advocating for specific political ideologies or systemic critiques.
The movie features traditional casting that aligns with its historical setting and source material, without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative focuses on the universal challenges of a family during the Great Depression, portraying traditional identities neutrally or positively without explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian-influenced community values such as compassion, charity, and mutual support as essential for overcoming hardship during the Great Depression. While some characters initially exhibit prejudice, the narrative ultimately affirms the importance of empathy and helping the less fortunate, aligning with core Christian virtues. The church is depicted as a community hub, reinforcing these positive themes.
The film portrays a Jewish character, Mr. Berk, as a victim of anti-Semitic prejudice and false accusations. The narrative unequivocally condemns this bigotry, positioning the audience to sympathize with Mr. Berk and affirming his good character.
The film 'Kit Kittredge: An American Girl' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on a young girl's life during the Great Depression, focusing on historical and social challenges of that era.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film adapts the "American Girl" book series. All major characters, including Kit Kittredge and her supporting cast, maintain their established genders from the original source material without any changes.
The film adapts the 'American Girl' book series character, Kit Kittredge. The character, established as white in the source material, is portrayed by a white actress in the movie. No other significant characters from the source material appear to have their race changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.5
6.5
Critic Ratings
8.0
6.3
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