Apple TVCaptain Fantastic (2016)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.8
Overview
Deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, beginning a journey that challenges his idea of what it means to be a parent.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, beginning a journey that challenges his idea of what it means to be a parent.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central conflict and themes are rooted in a critique of mainstream consumerist society from a progressive viewpoint, championing values like environmentalism and critical thinking. While it explores the negative consequences of an extreme, isolated application of these ideals, the narrative ultimately advocates for a more balanced integration rather than a rejection of the core progressive values.
The movie primarily features traditional casting with a predominantly white cast and does not incorporate explicit race or gender swaps. Its narrative focuses on a critique of mainstream societal norms and consumerism, rather than explicitly addressing or critiquing traditional identities or centering on DEI themes.
Secondary
Captain Fantastic includes a minor, yet affirming, portrayal of LGBTQ+ identity. A character openly states he is gay, which is met with immediate and unconditional acceptance by his father. The film's overall stance on diverse relationships is inclusive and non-judgmental, contributing to a supportive net impact.
The film portrays mainstream Christianity through the mother's conservative parents and the funeral, highlighting its rigidity, judgmental nature, and perceived hypocrisy when contrasted with Ben's family's authentic, if unconventional, lifestyle. The narrative critiques the institutional aspects and dogmatic control.
The film focuses on a family living off-grid and their integration back into society. It does not feature any scenes of female characters engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents. The narrative is centered on drama and philosophical themes, not action.
Captain Fantastic is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installments from which characters' genders could have been established and subsequently changed.
Captain Fantastic is an original film with characters created specifically for this movie. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment to establish a canonical race for any character, thus precluding a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.8
7.9
Critic Ratings
8.2
7.2
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