8.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013)
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013)
Overview
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthrals all who encounter her. But, ultimately, she must confront her fate.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Buddhism: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.7
Overview
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthrals all who encounter her. But, ultimately, she must confront her fate.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's left-leaning bias stems from its central critique of rigid, patriarchal aristocratic society and its artificiality, contrasting it with the protagonist's longing for individual freedom, connection to nature, and authentic self-expression.
The movie features traditional casting consistent with its Japanese cultural context and source material. Its narrative subtly critiques patriarchal societal expectations and the objectification of women, presenting a nuanced commentary on traditional roles without an explicit modern DEI focus.
Secondary
The film subtly incorporates Buddhist themes of impermanence, suffering, and the cycle of existence through Kaguya's earthly journey and eventual return. It presents these spiritual concepts with a contemplative and respectful tone, exploring the beauty and pain of human attachment.
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya does not feature any explicit or implicit LGBTQ+ characters, relationships, or themes. The narrative centers on heterosexual societal expectations and the protagonist's unique journey, thus the film has no discernible impact on LGBTQ+ representation.
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative centers on a traditional Japanese folk tale about a mysterious girl found in a bamboo stalk and her journey on Earth, with no elements related to transgender identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a faithful adaptation of the traditional Japanese folktale "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter." All major characters, including Princess Kaguya, the Old Man, the Old Woman, and the suitors, maintain their established genders from the source material.
The film is an adaptation of a traditional Japanese folktale, "The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter." All characters, including Princess Kaguya, are depicted as Japanese, consistent with the source material's cultural and historical context.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.0
8.1
Critic Ratings
10.0
8.9
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