5.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Wizard of Loneliness (1988)
The Wizard of Loneliness (1988)
Overview
After his mother dies and father goes to fight in World War II, a young boy moves in with his aunt and uncle who live in the countryside. Lonely and unhappy, he starts believing he has super powers. Then a "dead" man shows up.
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PhiloRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
5.8
Overview
After his mother dies and father goes to fight in World War II, a young boy moves in with his aunt and uncle who live in the countryside. Lonely and unhappy, he starts believing he has super powers. Then a "dead" man shows up.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's narrative centers on the apolitical themes of childhood grief and loneliness, with solutions rooted in personal resilience and the development of familial bonds, rather than any specific political ideology.
Based on the limited information provided, an assessment of the movie's DEI characteristics indicates a neutral stance in both casting diversity and narrative framing. There is no explicit evidence to suggest either traditional casting or intentional DEI-driven casting, nor is there information to determine how traditional identities or DEI themes are portrayed within the narrative.
Secondary
The film 'The Wizard of Loneliness' does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Consequently, there is no specific portrayal of queer identity or experiences to assess, resulting in a 'Not Applicable' rating for its net impact.
The film 'The Wizard of Loneliness' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on childhood, loss, and intergenerational relationships, without addressing gender identity or transition.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Wizard of Loneliness is an original film from 1988. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no prior source material or historical record from which a character's gender could have been swapped.
The film is the first adaptation of Jenny Bowen's novel. There is no prior widely established canon or historical record for its fictional characters that the 1988 movie could have deviated from regarding race.
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