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The Mark of Zorro (1940)

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The Mark of Zorro (1940)

Overview

In 1820 Spain, the son of a California nobleman comes home to find his native land under a villainous dictatorship. On one hand, he plays the useless fop, while on the other, he is the masked avenger Zorro.


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Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional

Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive

Viewer Rating
7.9

Overview

In 1820 Spain, the son of a California nobleman comes home to find his native land under a villainous dictatorship. On one hand, he plays the useless fop, while on the other, he is the masked avenger Zorro.


Starring Cast


Where to watch

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Google Play logoGoogle Play
Fandango
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Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Traditional

Primary

While the film critiques tyrannical rule, its solution champions individual heroism and the restoration of a benevolent, traditional aristocratic order, rather than advocating for systemic change or popular empowerment.

The Mark of Zorro (1940) features a cast predominantly composed of white actors, reflecting the common casting practices of its era without intentional diversity or race/gender swaps. The narrative focuses on a heroic figure fighting corruption within a traditional setting, portraying traditional identities neutrally or positively without explicit critique.

Secondary

The film portrays Christianity, specifically Catholicism, in a positive light through benevolent figures like Father Felipe, who embodies compassion and supports justice for the oppressed. The church serves as a moral compass and a place of refuge, contrasting with the corruption of the secular authorities.

The Mark of Zorro (1940) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is a traditional adventure romance, entirely focused on heterosexual relationships and societal conflicts of its historical setting, resulting in no LGBTQ+ portrayal.

The film "The Mark of Zorro" (1940) is a historical adventure film set in Spanish California. Its narrative focuses on swashbuckling action, romance, and political intrigue. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the movie's plot or character arcs.

The film primarily focuses on the male protagonist, Zorro, and his sword fights against male antagonists and soldiers. Female characters, such as Lolita Quintero, are present but do not engage in or win direct physical combat against male opponents.

The 1940 film "The Mark of Zorro" adapts the established characters from Johnston McCulley's original story, including Zorro, his love interest, and supporting figures, without altering their canonical genders. All major roles maintain their gender as established in the source material.

The film adapts Johnston McCulley's novel, featuring characters of Spanish descent in early 19th-century California. All major characters, including Zorro, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with their established canonical and historical depiction.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

7.9

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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7.5
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7.0

Critic Ratings

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9.2
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N/A

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