8.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Iron Lung (2025)
Iron Lung (2025)
Overview
NORMA PEÑA (57), a polio survivor, faces mortal danger when a storm destroys their backup generator, cutting power to her iron lung. The iron lung is a horizontal mechanical ventilator that breathes for her. Without it, she only has a few hours before her body gives out. LUISA PEÑA (59), Norma’s sister, is her caretaker who keeps the iron lung running. Luisa quickly ascertains they have no power, they’re isolated due to the flooding, and emergency services are useless.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: High
Viewer Rating
8.2
Overview
NORMA PEÑA (57), a polio survivor, faces mortal danger when a storm destroys their backup generator, cutting power to her iron lung. The iron lung is a horizontal mechanical ventilator that breathes for her. Without it, she only has a few hours before her body gives out. LUISA PEÑA (59), Norma’s sister, is her caretaker who keeps the iron lung running. Luisa quickly ascertains they have no power, they’re isolated due to the flooding, and emergency services are useless.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film centers on disability advocacy and representation, addressing practical challenges related to accessibility and systemic support for disabled individuals, explicitly without partisan political messaging.
This film demonstrates significant Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by featuring Latina sisters in lead roles, one of whom is a disabled polio survivor. The director is Jamaican-Cuban and physically disabled, leading a diverse crew. The narrative centers on disability and resilience, earning recognition from disability-focused film festivals and awards.
Secondary
Based on available information, the film 'Iron Lung, 2025' does not appear to feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Plot summaries and descriptions focus on disability, resilience, and familial bonds, with no mention of queer identity or related ideas in any reviewed sources.
Based on available information, *Iron Lung* (2025) does not appear to feature any transsexual characters or themes. The film's narrative focuses on disability resilience and familial bonds, with no indication of transgender representation in plot details or reviews.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film features original fictional characters, Norma Peña and Luisa Peña, with no established prior source material or historical record. Their on-screen gender aligns with their initial portrayal, indicating no gender swap.
The characters Norma and Luisa Peña are original to this film's screenplay, with no prior source material or established racial depiction. Therefore, no race swap can occur.
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