NetflixLion (2016)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.8
Overview
In 1986, Saroo was a five-year-old child in India of a poor but happy rural family. On a trip with his brother, Saroo soon finds himself alone and trapped in a moving decommissioned passenger train that takes him to Calc...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
In 1986, Saroo was a five-year-old child in India of a poor but happy rural family. On a trip with his brother, Saroo soon finds himself alone and trapped in a moving decommissioned passenger train that takes him to Calc...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixPrime VideoApple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film is rated as neutral because its central narrative focuses on universal human themes of family, identity, and perseverance, rather than promoting specific political ideologies or systemic critiques.
The movie features a diverse cast that authentically represents the cultural backgrounds of its characters, without engaging in explicit race or gender swaps of traditional roles. Its narrative positively portrays traditional identities, focusing on a personal journey and cultural exploration rather than critiquing traditional power structures or making explicit DEI themes central to its message.
Secondary
Lion does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is exclusively dedicated to Saroo Brierley's personal journey of self-discovery and his search for his biological family, leaving no room for the exploration of queer identities or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Lion" is a biographical drama based on a true story. All major characters depicted maintain their historically established genders, aligning with their real-world counterparts. There are no instances where a character's gender was altered from the source material or historical record.
The film "Lion" is a biographical drama based on the true story of Saroo Brierley. All major characters, including Saroo and his biological and adoptive families, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the historical figures they represent. No race swaps are identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.0
8.0
Critic Ratings
8.4
6.9
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