Drama  •  2010  •  118 min  •  Adults (18+)

In a Better World (2010)

In a Better World poster

In a Better World (2010)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low

Viewer Rating
7.2

Overview

The lives of two Danish families cross each other, and an extraordinary but risky friendship comes into bud. But loneliness, frailty and sorrow lie in wait.


Starring Cast

Mikael Persbrandt  •   Trine Dyrholm  •   Markus Rygaard


Where to watch

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Detailed Bias Analysis

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Leans Traditional

Primary

Political: Center
Confidence: High

The film explores universal moral dilemmas surrounding violence, revenge, and forgiveness, presenting a nuanced view that critiques ideological extremes. Its central message champions empathy and individual moral choice to break destructive cycles, aligning with a neutral stance rather than promoting a specific political ideology.

Diversity: Low
Confidence: Medium

The film features a predominantly white Danish main cast, consistent with its setting and narrative focus, without intentional race or gender swaps of traditional roles. The story delves into universal themes of morality and human behavior, with traditional identities portrayed neutrally or positively rather than being subjected to explicit critique within a DEI framework.

Secondary

LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High

The film 'In a Better World' does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative primarily explores moral dilemmas, bullying, and the cycle of violence within the context of two Danish families and a doctor's work in an African refugee camp.

Trans: N/A
Confidence: High

The film "In a Better World" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on themes of revenge, forgiveness, and the impact of violence on two Danish families, without any elements related to transgender identity.

Female Combat: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High

The film "In a Better World" is an original story, not an adaptation of existing material or a historical biopic. All characters were created for this specific production, thus lacking any prior canonical or historical gender to be swapped from.

Race Swap: No
Confidence: High

This is an original film, not an adaptation of existing material or a biopic. Therefore, there are no pre-established characters with a canonical or historical race that could be altered.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

7.2

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

IMDB logo
7.6
The Movie Database logo
7.1

Critic Ratings

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7.7
Metacritic logo
6.5

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