6.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Great Lie (1941)
The Great Lie (1941)
Overview
After a newlywed's husband apparently dies in a plane crash, she discovers that her rival for his affections is pregnant with his child.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
6.7
Overview
After a newlywed's husband apparently dies in a plane crash, she discovers that her rival for his affections is pregnant with his child.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict, a melodrama about an illegitimate child and a love triangle, is resolved through a solution that champions individual sacrifice to uphold traditional family structures and societal reputation, aligning its dominant themes with conservative social values.
This film features traditional casting, predominantly with white actors, reflecting the industry norms of its era. The narrative focuses on a classic melodrama without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film 'The Great Lie' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on a traditional melodrama involving heterosexual relationships, marriage, and motherhood, offering no portrayal of queer identity or experiences.
The film "The Great Lie" (1941) focuses on a dramatic love triangle and a secret pregnancy, with no identifiable transgender characters or themes present in its narrative. The story does not engage with transsexual identity, portrayals, or related issues in any capacity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Great Lie (1941) is an adaptation of a novel. There is no evidence that any character, originally established as one gender in the source material, was portrayed as a different gender in the film.
The film "The Great Lie" (1941) is an adaptation of the novel "January Heights." There is no evidence that any character, originally established as one race in the source material, was portrayed as a different race in the film.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.1
6.9
Critic Ratings
6.0
N/A
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