Disney PlusSelf (2024)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.1
Overview
A wooden puppet who desperately wants to fit in makes an ill-fated wish upon a star, sparking a journey of self-discovery.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Disney PlusBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Overview
A wooden puppet who desperately wants to fit in makes an ill-fated wish upon a star, sparking a journey of self-discovery.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Disney PlusDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central critique of assimilationist pressures and its championing of individual identity, cultural diversity, and empathy for marginalized groups align its dominant themes with progressive social values.
The film features a protagonist designed with specific African cultural markers, exploring themes of immigrant experience, cultural identity, and the struggle for self-acceptance within a conformist society. It also marks a significant milestone in industry representation with its director being the first Black woman to helm a stop-motion short at Pixar.
Secondary
Due to the unavailability of specific plot or character details for 'Self' (2024), it is not possible to evaluate the film's portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes. Therefore, no assessment can be made regarding its net impact.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Self" (2024) is an original story featuring new characters, not an adaptation of existing source material or historical figures. Therefore, no characters have a pre-established canonical gender to be swapped from.
The film "Self" (2024) is an original animated short featuring newly created characters, including a wooden doll protagonist. As there is no prior canon or historical basis for its characters, the definition of a "race swap" does not apply.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
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6.1
Critic Ratings
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