6.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Adventure, Comedy • 1982 • 100 min
Ace of Aces (1982)
Ace of Aces (1982)
Overview
In this action comedy the French boxer Jo Cavalier is charmed on the train to Berlin for the Olympics in Hitler's Germany by the little boy Simon Rosenblum who asks his autograph; when it turns out his adorable young fan is a Jewish orphan in danger of persecution, he risks his one shot at Olympic glory to save Simon and his family, helped only by a German officer-gentleman who became his friend in World War I, by an adventurous escape to Switzerland, Nazi troops on their heals and braving impossible odds in roller coaster-style.
Starring Cast
Jean-Paul Belmondo • Marie-France Pisier • Frank Hoffmann
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
Judaism: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.8
Overview
In this action comedy the French boxer Jo Cavalier is charmed on the train to Berlin for the Olympics in Hitler's Germany by the little boy Simon Rosenblum who asks his autograph; when it turns out his adorable young fan is a Jewish orphan in danger of persecution, he risks his one shot at Olympic glory to save Simon and his family, helped only by a German officer-gentleman who became his friend in World War I, by an adventurous escape to Switzerland, Nazi troops on their heals and braving impossible odds in roller coaster-style.
Starring Cast
Jean-Paul Belmondo • Marie-France Pisier • Frank Hoffmann
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
Political: Leans Left
Confidence: Medium
The film's central conflict, focusing on the escape of a Jewish family from Nazi persecution, aligns with progressive values of anti-fascism, anti-antisemitism, and human rights, despite its comedic tone and emphasis on individual action.
Diversity: Low
Confidence: Medium
The movie features a traditional cast, predominantly white, with no explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative centers on a positively framed traditional male protagonist, and while it addresses historical persecution, it does not critique traditional identities or incorporate explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
Judaism: Positive
Confidence: High
The film strongly condemns anti-Semitism by portraying Jewish characters as sympathetic victims of Nazi persecution. The narrative champions their plight and clearly positions the audience against the bigotry they face, making the film's stance affirming of the religion in the face of prejudice.
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
Ace of Aces is a historical comedy set during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, centered on themes of sports, espionage, and anti-Nazi sentiment. The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, relationships, or themes within its plot. Consequently, there is no LGBTQ+ portrayal to evaluate, resulting in an N/A rating.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The film "Ace of Aces" (1982) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a boxing coach, his nephew, and a Jewish family during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, with no elements related to transgender identity or experiences.
Female Combat: No
Confidence: High
The film primarily focuses on the male protagonist's adventures and physical altercations. While female characters are present, none are depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film "Ace of Aces" is an original story featuring newly created characters and historical figures. There is no evidence of any character, whether fictional or historical, being established as one gender in prior canon or history and then portrayed as a different gender in this film.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
Ace of Aces is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Therefore, no characters were established as a particular race prior to this film's creation, precluding a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.6
7.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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