NetflixThe Forge (2024)
Bias Rating
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Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.1
Overview
19 year old Isaiah Wright lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mother Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum – to step up or move out. Feeling the pull from his friends and the push from his mom, Isaiah is hired by Moore Fitness, unaware of how the owner will personally impact his life. With the prayers of his mother and unexpected guidance from his new mentor, Isaiah is forced to deal with his past, sacrifice his selfishness and discover how God might have a greater purpose for his life.
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Political: Strong Right
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive
Overview
19 year old Isaiah Wright lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mother Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum – to step up or move out. Feeling the pull from his friends and the push from his mom, Isaiah is hired by Moore Fitness, unaware of how the owner will personally impact his life. With the prayers of his mother and unexpected guidance from his new mentor, Isaiah is forced to deal with his past, sacrifice his selfishness and discover how God might have a greater purpose for his life.
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Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes conservative Christian ideology, championing traditional values, male leadership, and biblical principles as the solution to contemporary social issues, particularly the 'boy crisis'.
The movie is set within a predominantly Black Christian community, emphasizing themes of mentorship, community support, and personal transformation among men. It highlights male leadership and fellowship as central to its narrative.
Secondary
The film is a Christian drama explicitly designed to promote Christian discipleship, spiritual growth, and commitment to biblical principles. It portrays Christian practices, faith, and community in an affirming and inspirational manner, aligning its narrative with the virtues of the faith and encouraging viewers to deepen their commitment to Christ.
The film 'The Forge' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on traditional Christian values and family structures, with no inclusion or representation of LGBTQ+ presence or issues within its storyline or character development.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Forge is an original film featuring new characters like Isaiah Wright and Joshua Moore. There is no indication of the film being an adaptation of pre-existing material or historical figures with established genders, therefore no gender swaps are present.
The Forge is an original film featuring new characters within a specific cultural context. There is no indication that any character was previously established as a different race in prior source material, history, or adaptations.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.7
8.3
Critic Ratings
6.3
N/A
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