8.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Straight Story (1999)
The Straight Story (1999)
Overview
Retired farmer and widower Alvin Straight learns one day that his distant brother Lyle has suffered a stroke and may not recover. Alvin is determined to make things right with Lyle while he still can, but his brother lives in Wisconsin, while Alvin is stuck in Iowa with no car and no driver's license. He then has the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.4
Overview
Retired farmer and widower Alvin Straight learns one day that his distant brother Lyle has suffered a stroke and may not recover. Alvin is determined to make things right with Lyle while he still can, but his brother lives in Wisconsin, while Alvin is stuck in Iowa with no car and no driver's license. He then has the idea of making the trip on his old lawnmower, thus beginning a picturesque and at times deeply spiritual odyssey.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's narrative champions individual determination, the importance of traditional family bonds, and the quiet dignity of the American heartland, subtly aligning with conservative values through its focus on self-reliance and community spirit.
The film features traditional casting with no apparent intentional race or gender swaps of roles. Its narrative focuses on universal themes of family and perseverance, without engaging in critical portrayals of traditional identities or explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian virtues like forgiveness, perseverance, and quiet faith through Alvin Straight's character and his journey of reconciliation. The narrative aligns with these values, presenting them with dignity and respect without explicit proselytizing.
The Straight Story does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is solely focused on Alvin Straight's personal journey and his interactions with various individuals, none of whom are depicted as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
The film "The Straight Story" does not feature any identifiable transgender characters or themes. The narrative focuses on an elderly man's journey to reconcile with his brother, exploring themes of family, aging, and human connection, without incorporating any elements related to transsexual identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Straight Story is a biographical drama based on the real-life journey of Alvin Straight. The film portrays its characters, including Alvin and his daughter Rose, consistent with their documented historical genders, with no instances of gender swapping.
The film is a biographical drama based on the true story of Alvin Straight and his family. The historical figures were white, and the actors portraying them in the film are also white, thus no race swap occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.0
7.7
Critic Ratings
9.5
8.6
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