8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
Overview
Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his glowing nose, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius, the prospector. They run into the Abominable Snowman and find a whole island of misfit toys. Rudolph vows to see if he can get Santa to help the toys, and he goes back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. But Santa's sleigh is fogged in. But when Santa looks over Rudolph, he gets a very bright idea...
Starring Cast
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Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.3
Overview
Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his glowing nose, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius, the prospector. They run into the Abominable Snowman and find a whole island of misfit toys. Rudolph vows to see if he can get Santa to help the toys, and he goes back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. But Santa's sleigh is fogged in. But when Santa looks over Rudolph, he gets a very bright idea...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central narrative critiques social exclusion and conformity, championing the acceptance of individuals who are different and highlighting the value of diversity, which aligns with left-leaning social justice themes.
The film features animated, non-human characters, making traditional racial or gender casting evaluations inapplicable. However, its narrative strongly champions the acceptance of differences and critiques the intolerance of traditional societal norms towards those who are unique, making inclusion a central theme.
Secondary
The film is a classic Christmas special, celebrating themes of goodwill, acceptance, and the spirit of giving, which are deeply embedded in the cultural celebration of Christmas. While not explicitly theological, it affirms the positive cultural values associated with the Christian holiday.
The film "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on themes of acceptance and belonging through the lens of characters who are different, but these are not explicitly or implicitly tied to LGBTQ+ identities.
The film 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, 1964' does not include any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on themes of acceptance for physical differences and non-conformity to traditional roles, such as Rudolph's glowing nose or Hermey the Elf's desire to be a dentist, but these are not presented in the context of gender identity.
The film does not feature any female characters engaging in direct physical combat. Female characters like Clarice and Mrs. Claus are present but do not participate in any fight scenes against male opponents.
The 1964 film adaptation of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer maintains the established genders for all its main characters from the original story and song. No canonical characters were portrayed as a different gender.
The characters in "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" are anthropomorphic animals and mythical creatures (reindeer, elves). These characters do not possess a human race, making the concept of a "race swap" inapplicable.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.0
7.4
Critic Ratings
9.5
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