7.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
History, Drama • 2012 • 150 min • Teen (13+)
Lincoln (2012)
Lincoln (2012)
Overview
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
Starring Cast
Daniel Day-Lewis • Sally Field • David Strathairn
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.9
Overview
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
Starring Cast
Daniel Day-Lewis • Sally Field • David Strathairn
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
Political: Leans Left
Confidence: Medium
The film's central thesis champions the abolition of slavery and the legislative fight for racial equality, aligning with core progressive values of social justice and human rights, despite depicting pragmatic political methods.
Diversity: High
Confidence: Medium
The movie, set during the American Civil War, naturally features a diverse cast reflecting the historical period, without explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative is deeply centered on the abolition of slavery, providing a strong and explicit critique of historical racial injustice and the traditional societal structures that upheld it, making the pursuit of equality central to its story.
Secondary
Christianity: Positive
Confidence: High
The film portrays Abraham Lincoln's deep Christian faith as a fundamental source of his moral conviction, guiding his pursuit of justice and the abolition of slavery. His reliance on scripture and divine will is presented with respect and as integral to his character and leadership.
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama focused on Abraham Lincoln's presidency and the abolition of slavery. It does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no depiction to evaluate.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama focused on Abraham Lincoln's efforts to pass the 13th Amendment and end the Civil War. It does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, nor does it touch upon issues 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 "Lincoln" is a historical drama depicting real-world figures. All major historical characters are portrayed on screen with their historically documented genders, with no instances of a character's gender being changed from their established historical record.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film "Lincoln" is a historical drama depicting real historical figures. All major and supporting characters are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the documented historical race of the individuals they represent, with no instances of a character's race being changed from their historical or canonical depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.3
6.8
Critic Ratings
8.9
8.7
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