7.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980)
The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980)
Overview
A Coca-Cola bottle dropped from an airplane raises havoc among a normally peaceful tribe of African bushmen who believe it to be a utensil of the gods.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
7.6
Overview
A Coca-Cola bottle dropped from an airplane raises havoc among a normally peaceful tribe of African bushmen who believe it to be a utensil of the gods.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film leans left due to its dominant themes of anti-consumerism, environmentalism, and the romanticization of indigenous life contrasted with the absurdity and disruptive nature of modern society, though its primary mode is comedic and humanistic rather than explicitly political.
The movie features visible diversity through its portrayal of an indigenous protagonist and the contrast with modern Western characters. The narrative offers a subtle critique of modern societal norms and values, rather than explicitly targeting traditional identities in a negative light.
Secondary
The film "The Gods Must Be Crazy" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on cultural clashes and a heterosexual romance, leading to a determination of N/A for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The film "The Gods Must Be Crazy" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The story primarily revolves around a San man's journey after a Coca-Cola bottle falls from the sky, and the comedic interactions between various characters in the African bush, none of whom are depicted as transsexual.
The film features Kate Thompson as the primary female character. Her role does not involve engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents. There are no scenes depicting a female character defeating men through skill, strength, or martial arts.
The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980) is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There are no pre-existing source materials, historical figures, or legacy characters from which a gender swap could occur.
The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980) is an original film with characters created specifically for its screenplay. There are no pre-existing source materials or historical figures from which characters could have been race-swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.3
7.3
Critic Ratings
8.6
7.3
Who Made This
Actors
| Name | Role | Gender | Race | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Marius Weyers | Andrew Steyn | Male | White |  South Africa |
Sandra Prinsloo | Kate Thompson | Female | White | South Africa |
N!xau | Xi | Male | Black |  Namibia |
Nic De Jager | Jack Hind | Male | White | South Africa |
Fanyana H. Sidumo | Card 1 | Male | Black | South Africa |
Brian O'Shaughnessy | Mr. Thompson | Male | White | South Africa |
Ken Gampu | President | Male | Black | South Africa |
Jamie Uys | The Reverend (uncredited) | Male | White | South Africa |
Actor Breakdown
Gender
Male
Female
88%
13%
Race
White
63%
Black
38%
Nationalities
South Africa
88%
Namibia
13%
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