Google PlayDepartures (2008)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.7
Overview
Soon after buying an expensive cello, Daigo learns that his orchestra is disbanding. He moves back to his hometown with his wife, where he answers an ad for what Daigo thinks is a travel agency but is, in actuality, a mo...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google Play
YouTubeBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Soon after buying an expensive cello, Daigo learns that his orchestra is disbanding. He moves back to his hometown with his wife, where he answers an ad for what Daigo thinks is a travel agency but is, in actuality, a mo...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayYouTubeDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film receives a neutral rating because its central focus is on universal human experiences of life, death, grief, and the dignity of work, rather than promoting a specific political ideology. While it subtly critiques societal prejudice, it champions individual empathy and the value of tradition as solutions, balancing elements that could appeal to various viewpoints without a dominant political agenda.
The film 'Departures' features a culturally authentic Japanese cast and narrative, focusing on themes of life, death, and the dignity of labor within a traditional Japanese setting. It does not engage in explicit DEI-driven casting or narrative critiques of traditional identities.
Secondary
Departures does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on a former cellist's new career as an encoffiner and his personal journey, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Departures is an original film with an original screenplay and characters. It is not an adaptation, biopic, or reboot of any prior work, thus there are no pre-established characters whose gender could have been altered.
Departures (2008) is an original Japanese film with no prior source material, historical figures, or established characters. All characters were created for this specific production, meaning there are no pre-existing racial portrayals to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.0
7.8
Critic Ratings
8.0
6.8
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