Google PlayThe Railway Man (2013)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.6
Overview
A victim from World War II's "Death Railway" sets out to find those responsible for his torture. A true story.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google Play
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Buddhism: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A victim from World War II's "Death Railway" sets out to find those responsible for his torture. A true story.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central focus on the personal journey of healing from war trauma through confrontation and forgiveness, rather than on political critiques or endorsements, positions it as neutral. Its solution is deeply humanistic and individual, transcending specific ideological alignments.
The movie features traditional casting appropriate for its historical setting, focusing on a British officer's wartime experiences and post-war reconciliation. Its narrative explores themes of trauma and forgiveness without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
Buddhism is depicted positively through Takashi Nagase's post-war transformation into a monk, showcasing its capacity for atonement, compassion, and reconciliation, which is central to the film's resolution.
The film portrays Christianity, primarily through Eric's wife Patti, as a source of unwavering strength, compassion, and a guiding principle for forgiveness and healing, which ultimately aids in Eric's recovery.
The film "The Railway Man" focuses on the true story of Eric Lomax, a British officer tortured during WWII, and his journey of reconciliation. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama based on the real-life experiences of Eric Lomax. All central characters, including Eric Lomax, Patti Lomax, and Takashi Nagase, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their historical counterparts.
The film is a historical drama based on the autobiography of Eric Lomax. All major historical figures, including Eric Lomax and Takashi Nagase, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with their documented historical background.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.1
6.8
Critic Ratings
6.7
5.9
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