Green Book (2018)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Strong Left
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.8
Overview
In 1962, Tony "Tony Lip" Vallelonga, a tough bouncer, is looking for work when his nightclub is closed for renovations. The most promising offer turns out to be the driver for the African-American classical pianist Don S...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
In 1962, Tony "Tony Lip" Vallelonga, a tough bouncer, is looking for work when his nightclub is closed for renovations. The most promising offer turns out to be the driver for the African-American classical pianist Don S...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Strong Left
Primary
The film is Left-Leaning due to its central critique of racial prejudice and segregation, aligning with progressive values of social justice, though its proposed solution emphasizes individual empathy and friendship over systemic change.
The movie features a diverse lead cast that accurately reflects the historical figures it portrays, without engaging in explicit race-swapping of traditionally white roles. Its narrative strongly focuses on the challenges of racial prejudice, explicitly critiquing traditional societal norms and attitudes prevalent in the American South during the 1960s.
Secondary
Green Book portrays Don Shirley as a complex, dignified gay man facing significant prejudice and isolation in the 1960s American South. While depicting the dangers and loneliness associated with his identity, the film maintains an empathetic and respectful stance, framing societal homophobia as an external obstacle rather than an inherent flaw. The narrative ultimately affirms his worth and humanity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Green Book is a biographical film based on real historical figures, Don Shirley and Tony Vallelonga. Both main characters, and other significant historical figures depicted, maintain their documented historical gender in the film's portrayal. No gender swaps are present.
The film is a biopic based on real historical figures, Don Shirley and Tony Vallelonga. Both characters, and other historical figures depicted, are portrayed by actors of the same race as their real-life counterparts, aligning with historical documentation.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.2
8.2
Critic Ratings
7.7
6.9
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