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Harbin (2024)

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Harbin (2024)

Overview

In 1909, several years after Korea is forced into becoming a Japanese colony, freedom fighters plot the daring assassination of Japan's prime minister during their quest for independence.


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Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive

Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive

Viewer Rating
5.7

Overview

In 1909, several years after Korea is forced into becoming a Japanese colony, freedom fighters plot the daring assassination of Japan's prime minister during their quest for independence.


Starring Cast


Where to watch

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Apple TV logoApple TV
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Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Progressive

Primary

The film's central conflict, the struggle against Japanese colonial rule for Korean independence, firmly aligns with left-leaning themes of anti-colonialism and self-determination, despite a nuanced portrayal of the fighters' moral dilemmas.

The film features a cast that authentically reflects its historical Korean and Japanese setting, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative strongly critiques colonial oppression by portraying the brutal nature of the Japanese colonial forces, making this critique central to the story.

Secondary

The film portrays Ahn Jung-geun's Catholic beliefs as influencing his moral decisions and actions, such as sparing a Japanese officer. This depiction adds complexity and depth to his character, presenting his faith as a source of moral conviction amidst brutal conflict.

Harbin is a historical period drama centered on the Korean independence movement. Based on available information, the film does not include LGBTQ+ characters or themes, focusing instead on nationalistic and colonial resistance. Therefore, its portrayal of LGBTQ+ topics is not applicable.

The film 'Harbin' does not appear to feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Current information and search results provide no mention of such portrayals, leading to a determination of N/A for its net impact on transsexual representation.

The film's narrative primarily focuses on male independence fighters, with female combat roles described as limited and not a central theme. There is no indication of female characters achieving victories in direct physical combat against male opponents.

The film introduces a new, fictional female character while portraying historical male figures true to their documented gender. The provided information explicitly states there is no evidence of gender swapping of characters or alteration of principal character gender roles.

The film is a historical drama about Korean independence fighters. The provided information explicitly states that the cast and characters are predominantly Korean, reflecting historical context, and there is no indication of race swapping or casting actors of different ethnicities in roles representing Korean historical figures.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

5.7

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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6.3
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7.7

Critic Ratings

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8.9
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N/A

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