5.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Champ (1979)
The Champ (1979)
Overview
Billy used to be a great boxer, but he's settled into a hardscrabble life that revolves around drinking, training horses, and the one bright spot in his existence — his young son, T.J. Although Billy has had custody of T.J. since his wife, Annie, left the family years ago, her return prompts a new struggle for the former fighter. Determined to hold on to his son, Billy gets back into the ring to try and recapture his past success.
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Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
5.4
Overview
Billy used to be a great boxer, but he's settled into a hardscrabble life that revolves around drinking, training horses, and the one bright spot in his existence — his young son, T.J. Although Billy has had custody of T.J. since his wife, Annie, left the family years ago, her return prompts a new struggle for the former fighter. Determined to hold on to his son, Billy gets back into the ring to try and recapture his past success.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's narrative, while a melodrama, subtly aligns with conservative values by emphasizing individual responsibility, personal sacrifice for family, and the strength of traditional father-son bonds as the primary means of redemption and overcoming adversity.
The movie features a traditional cast with no explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative centers on a white male protagonist's personal struggles, without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film "The Champ" (1979) focuses on the dramatic relationship between a former boxer, his son, and his ex-wife. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the narrative, resulting in no depiction to evaluate under the provided framework.
The film "The Champ" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative centers on a former boxer's relationship with his son and his attempt at a comeback, without any elements pertaining to transgender identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1979 film "The Champ" is a remake of the 1931 movie. All major characters, including Billy Flynn, T.J. Flynn, and Annie, maintain the same gender as their counterparts in the original source material.
The 1979 film "The Champ" is a remake of the 1931 film. The main characters in the 1979 version, such as Billy Flynn, T.J. Flynn, and Annie, are portrayed by actors of the same race as their counterparts in the original film. No established character's race was changed.
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User Ratings
6.8
7.0
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4.0
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