5.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
This Is Not a Test (1962)
This Is Not a Test (1962)
Overview
Late one night on a rural road in the western US, a policeman sets up a roadblock and begins stopping all traffic. When several cars and a big truck have stopped, he tells everyone why: a nuclear attack on the US appears to be underway, and since they have the truck there, their best chance at survival is to use it as a bomb shelter. Time is short and tensions in the small group quickly rise.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Negative
Viewer Rating
5.5
Overview
Late one night on a rural road in the western US, a policeman sets up a roadblock and begins stopping all traffic. When several cars and a big truck have stopped, he tells everyone why: a nuclear attack on the US appears to be underway, and since they have the truck there, their best chance at survival is to use it as a bomb shelter. Time is short and tensions in the small group quickly rise.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's central subject of civil defense preparedness during the Cold War, coupled with its emphasis on maintaining order and individual/community resilience in the face of an external threat, subtly aligns with conservative values of stability and pragmatic national security.
This 1962 film features a cast consistent with traditional casting practices of its era, primarily comprising white male actors. The narrative focuses on a Cold War-era crisis, exploring human reactions to an impending nuclear attack, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on diversity, equity, and inclusion themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity primarily through a sheriff who uses his rigid, fear-based interpretation of faith to justify control and judgment over others during an impending apocalypse. The narrative critiques how religious belief can be twisted by human fear and prejudice, leading to problematic and divisive behavior rather than genuine comfort or moral guidance.
This 1962 sci-fi thriller depicts a group of individuals confronting an impending apocalypse. Based on available plot details and character descriptions, there are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the film's narrative.
There is insufficient information available regarding the plot or characters of 'This Is Not a Test, 1962' to assess its portrayal of transsexual individuals or themes. Without specific details on character arcs or story elements, a determination of positive, negative, or neutral impact cannot be made.
The film features a female character, 'The Girl,' among a group of survivors. However, available plot summaries and cast information do not indicate any scenes where she engages in or is victorious in close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents.
No source material, prior adaptations, or historical figures are provided for 'This Is Not a Test' (1962). Without a baseline for character genders, it's impossible to determine if any gender swaps occurred.
This 1962 film appears to be an original production, not an adaptation of prior source material or a depiction of historical figures. Therefore, there is no established canonical or historical race for its characters to be swapped from.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.3
5.6
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