3.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Winning Circle (1983)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.8
Overview
For T.J., there's no way he will let his chief rival get the better of him, especially when it comes to BMX racing. Then one day, T.J. meets the Lord and is later challenged by the Scripture, "As you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk with Him." With the help of his older cousin, T.J. learns that the Christian life is not just a "one-moment decision," but an ongoing commitment. The lesson isn't easy and it's not until the grueling, action-packed BMX enduro that T.J. finally understands the true cost of being a Christian. . . and the true joy.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Strong Right
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
For T.J., there's no way he will let his chief rival get the better of him, especially when it comes to BMX racing. Then one day, T.J. meets the Lord and is later challenged by the Scripture, "As you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk with Him." With the help of his older cousin, T.J. learns that the Christian life is not just a "one-moment decision," but an ongoing commitment. The lesson isn't easy and it's not until the grueling, action-packed BMX enduro that T.J. finally understands the true cost of being a Christian. . . and the true joy.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes conservative ideology by championing faith-based solutions, individual moral responsibility, and traditional Christian values as the primary means to overcome personal challenges and achieve redemption.
The assessment of 'The Winning Circle' for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion characteristics is based on a neutral default, as specific movie content details regarding casting, character diversity, and narrative framing were not provided. Without this information, a definitive analysis of representation and narrative themes cannot be performed, resulting in a neutral evaluation.
Secondary
The film, a product of Christian media, earnestly portrays Christianity as a source of moral guidance, redemption, and ultimate truth. It affirms Christian values and the positive impact of faith on individuals' lives.
The Winning Circle does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a young man's experiences with faith and basketball, without addressing queer identity in any capacity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Winning Circle (1983) is an original film, not an adaptation, reboot, or biopic of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this specific production, meaning there are no prior canonical or historical gender baselines to swap from.
The Winning Circle (1983) is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Therefore, there are no characters with a previously established canonical or historical race to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.6
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