4.5
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The Last P.O.W.? The Bobby Garwood Story (1993)
The Last P.O.W.? The Bobby Garwood Story (1993)
Overview
Marine Private First Class Robert Garwood spent fourteen harrowing years as a Vietnam P.O.W. only to finally be released and immediately arrested by the U.S. Marine Corps on charges of collaboration with the enemy. He is found guilty on the strength of the testimony from those P.O.W.s he tried to take care of so many years before and is branded a traitor.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
4.5
Overview
Marine Private First Class Robert Garwood spent fourteen harrowing years as a Vietnam P.O.W. only to finally be released and immediately arrested by the U.S. Marine Corps on charges of collaboration with the enemy. He is found guilty on the strength of the testimony from those P.O.W.s he tried to take care of so many years before and is branded a traitor.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores the highly controversial case of Bobby Garwood, the last acknowledged American POW from Vietnam, focusing on the ambiguities surrounding his alleged collaboration and subsequent court-martial. Its neutral stance is indicated by the questioning nature of its title and its likely aim to present differing perspectives rather than a definitive ideological judgment.
This biographical drama about a white American POW from the Vietnam War features traditional casting for its lead role, consistent with the historical figure. The narrative focuses on the individual's experience without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The film "The Last P.O.W.? The Bobby Garwood Story" focuses on the true story of Robert Garwood, a U.S. Marine captured during the Vietnam War and accused of collaboration. The narrative centers on his captivity, court-martial, and the controversy surrounding his return. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the story.
Based on the available information, 'The Last P.O.W.? The Bobby Garwood Story' does not appear to feature any identifiable transgender characters or themes. Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal is not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biopic about Bobby Garwood, a real historical figure who was male. The character of Bobby Garwood is portrayed by a male actor in the film, and there are no documented instances of other historical figures having their gender changed.
The film is based on the real-life story of Bobby Garwood, a white American Marine. The character of Bobby Garwood is portrayed by Stephen Dorff, who is also white, aligning with the historical figure's race.
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