5.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Ice Road (2021)
The Ice Road (2021)
Overview
After a remote diamond mine collapses in far northern Canada, an ice road driver must lead an impossible rescue mission over a frozen ocean to save the trapped miners.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
5.3
Overview
After a remote diamond mine collapses in far northern Canada, an ice road driver must lead an impossible rescue mission over a frozen ocean to save the trapped miners.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film presents a problem rooted in corporate greed and worker endangerment, which often aligns with left-leaning critiques, but champions a solution centered on individual heroism, self-reliance, and blue-collar grit, themes often resonating with right-leaning values, resulting in a balanced, centrist narrative.
The movie features a visibly diverse cast in key supporting roles, though these characters are original to the story rather than explicit re-castings of traditional roles. The narrative maintains a traditional framing, portraying its white male protagonist heroically without explicitly critiquing traditional identities, even when depicting corporate antagonists.
Secondary
The film "The Ice Road" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is solely focused on an action-thriller plot involving a rescue mission over frozen lakes, with no elements pertaining to queer identity or experiences.
The film 'The Ice Road' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its plot or character arcs. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding positive, negative, or neutral impact on transgender identity.
The film features Amber, a female character involved in the action and survival. While she participates in dangerous situations and defends herself, her victories against male antagonists are primarily achieved through the use of firearms, driving skills, or environmental factors, rather than direct close-quarters physical combat.
The Ice Road is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or legacy characters. All characters were created for this specific movie, therefore no gender swaps occurred.
The Ice Road is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or previous adaptations. All characters were created for this movie, meaning there are no pre-established racial identities to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.7
6.8
Critic Ratings
4.3
4.2
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