6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Out of Africa (1985)
Out of Africa (1985)
Overview
Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.
Starring Cast
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film primarily focuses on a personal story of love, loss, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of colonial Kenya. While it touches on the complexities of colonialism and features humanitarian efforts by the protagonist, its narrative prioritizes individual experience and romance over a clear ideological stance or systemic political critique, leading to a neutral rating.
The movie features traditional casting with white European actors in leading roles, consistent with its historical setting. The narrative primarily focuses on the personal experiences of these characters, presenting traditional identities in a neutral to positive light without explicit critique or central DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity primarily as a cultural backdrop for the European characters, notably through Karen Blixen's benevolent actions towards her Kikuyu workers and a community Christmas celebration. It does not critique the faith but rather shows its incidental presence in a generally positive, if understated, light.
The film 'Out of Africa' does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. Its storyline is centered on the heterosexual romantic relationships and personal experiences of Karen Blixen in colonial Kenya, without exploring queer identities or storylines.
Out of Africa is a historical drama centered on Karen Blixen's life in colonial Kenya. The film does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explore related themes, resulting in no portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama based on real historical figures and an autobiographical book. All major and significant characters are portrayed with the same gender as their historical or source material counterparts, with no instances of gender alteration.
The film 'Out of Africa' is a historical drama based on the life of Karen Blixen and other real figures. All major characters, including Karen Blixen, Denys Finch Hatton, and Bror Blixen, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the historical and canonical race of the individuals they represent.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.2
7.2
Critic Ratings
6.2
6.9
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