4.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Christmas Candle (2013)
The Christmas Candle (2013)
Overview
Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of the electric age, this centuries old legend may come to an end.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
4.4
Overview
Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of the electric age, this centuries old legend may come to an end.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict and resolution champion the enduring power of faith, tradition, and community spirit over modern skepticism, aligning with culturally conservative values. The narrative validates traditional beliefs as a source of hope and meaning.
The movie features primarily traditional casting, with no apparent intentional race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. The narrative is expected to maintain a neutral or positive framing of traditional identities, consistent with the typical themes of a Christmas film.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity, its traditions, and the faith of its adherents with deep respect and affirmation. The narrative ultimately validates belief in miracles and the spiritual aspects of faith, positioning the audience to embrace the positive power of Christian belief.
The Christmas Candle (2013) does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its storyline. The film's narrative centers on a traditional Christmas tale set in a village, without incorporating elements related to queer identity or experiences, resulting in no portrayal to evaluate.
Based on the provided information, The Christmas Candle (2013) does not appear to feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Consequently, there is no depiction to evaluate regarding its impact on the portrayal of transsexual individuals or related themes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is an adaptation of Max Lucado's novel. Analysis of the main characters from the source material and their portrayal in the film indicates no instances where a character's established gender was changed.
The film is an adaptation of a novel set in an English village in 1890. The main cast members are all white, aligning with the likely racial background of characters from the source material and historical setting. There is no indication of any character being portrayed by an actor of a different race than originally established.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
5.8
Critic Ratings
2.2
3.3
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