Apple TVThe Outpost (2020)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.5
Overview
A small unit of U.S. soldiers, alone at the remote Combat Outpost Keating, located deep in the valley of three mountains in Afghanistan, battles to defend against an overwhelming force of Taliban fighters in a coordinated attack. The Battle of Kamdesh, as it was known, was the bloodiest American engagement of the Afghan War in 2009 and Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV became one of the most decorated units of the 19-year conflict.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Islam: Negative
Overview
A small unit of U.S. soldiers, alone at the remote Combat Outpost Keating, located deep in the valley of three mountains in Afghanistan, battles to defend against an overwhelming force of Taliban fighters in a coordinated attack. The Battle of Kamdesh, as it was known, was the bloodiest American engagement of the Afghan War in 2009 and Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV became one of the most decorated units of the 19-year conflict.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film primarily focuses on the valor, sacrifice, and camaraderie of American soldiers during a harrowing battle, emphasizing individual and collective heroism in the face of extreme adversity, which aligns with right-leaning themes of military honor and duty.
The film features a cast that reflects the natural diversity of a military unit without explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on the events of the battle, maintaining a neutral or positive framing of traditional identities without incorporating explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
The film depicts real historical figures from the Battle of Kamdesh. Specialist Stephan Mace, a documented White soldier, is portrayed by Cory Hardrict, a Black actor, which constitutes a race swap according to the provided definition.
The film depicts Christianity primarily through the personal faith of American soldiers, who often turn to prayer or reference God in moments of extreme stress, fear, or loss. These expressions of faith are portrayed with respect and as a genuine aspect of their coping mechanisms and identity, without critique or satire from the narrative.
Islam is primarily depicted through the actions of the Afghan insurgents, who are the film's antagonists and are shown engaging in violent attacks against American forces. While the film focuses on combat, the association of the religion with the enemy's extremist ideology and destructive actions, without significant counterbalancing nuance, results in a problematic portrayal.
The Outpost is a war film centered on a specific battle, focusing on military combat and camaraderie. It does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or explore related themes within its narrative.
The film is a war drama focused on the Battle of Kamdesh, primarily depicting the experiences of male U.S. soldiers. There are no female characters present in combat roles or engaging in direct physical combat against male opponents.
The film 'The Outpost' is a historical war drama based on a real battle and real soldiers. All significant characters are portrayed as their historically documented gender, which for the soldiers involved in the Battle of Kamdesh, was male. There are no instances of a character established as one gender being portrayed as another.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
6.9
Critic Ratings
9.1
7.1
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