4.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Other Side of Heaven (2001)
The Other Side of Heaven (2001)
Overview
John H. Groberg, a middle class kid from Idaho Falls, crosses the Pacific to become a Mormon missionary in the remote and exotic Tongan island kingdom during the 1950's. He leaves behind a loving family and the true love of his life, Jean. Through letters and musings across the miles, John shares his humbling and sometimes hilarious adventures with "the girl back home", and her letters buoy up his spirits in difficult times. John must struggle to overcome language barriers, physical hardship and deep-rooted suspicion to earn the trust and love of the Tongan people he has come to serve. Throughout his adventure-filled three years on the islands, he discovers friends and wisdom in the most unlikely places. John H. Groberg's Tongan odyssey will change his life forever.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Strong Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
4.8
Overview
John H. Groberg, a middle class kid from Idaho Falls, crosses the Pacific to become a Mormon missionary in the remote and exotic Tongan island kingdom during the 1950's. He leaves behind a loving family and the true love of his life, Jean. Through letters and musings across the miles, John shares his humbling and sometimes hilarious adventures with "the girl back home", and her letters buoy up his spirits in difficult times. John must struggle to overcome language barriers, physical hardship and deep-rooted suspicion to earn the trust and love of the Tongan people he has come to serve. Throughout his adventure-filled three years on the islands, he discovers friends and wisdom in the most unlikely places. John H. Groberg's Tongan odyssey will change his life forever.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes traditional religious values and the efficacy of faith, particularly within the context of a specific religious mission, as the primary solution to life's challenges, aligning with conservative ideology.
The film features traditional casting with white leads portraying historical figures, and supporting roles are cast appropriately for the cultural setting. The narrative focuses on the protagonist's journey without critically examining traditional identities or centering explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays the protagonist's Christian faith (specifically, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) as a central, positive force in his life and mission. It depicts his devotion, the spiritual experiences, and the positive impact of his ministry on the Tongan people with respect and affirmation, aligning the narrative with the virtues of his faith.
The film 'The Other Side of Heaven' chronicles the missionary work of John H. Groberg. Its narrative is entirely focused on his religious duties, cultural adaptation, and personal challenges, with no inclusion or exploration of LGBTQ+ characters or related themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate.
The film 'The Other Side of Heaven' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses exclusively on the biographical account of a missionary's experiences in Tonga, without touching upon LGBTQ+ or gender identity topics.
The film is a biographical drama focusing on a missionary's experiences in Tonga. It does not contain any scenes depicting female characters engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents.
The film is a biographical drama based on the real-life experiences of John H. Groberg. All major characters, including John and Jean Groberg, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their historical counterparts, with no instances of gender swapping.
This film is a biographical drama based on the real-life experiences of John H. Groberg, a white missionary in Tonga. All historical figures and indigenous characters are portrayed by actors matching their documented or established racial backgrounds, with no instances of a character's race being changed from source material or history.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
6.2
Critic Ratings
2.9
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