2.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Saul and David (1909)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 2.9
Overview
Tells the biblical story of Saul's jealousy of the young David, taken from the book of Samuel
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Tells the biblical story of Saul's jealousy of the young David, taken from the book of Samuel
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict and resolution, rooted in a biblical narrative, emphasize divine authority, the consequences of moral and spiritual failings in leadership, and the importance of faith and obedience, aligning with traditional conservative values.
This early 20th-century biblical film features traditional casting typical of its era, with no discernible efforts towards diverse representation or intentional race/gender swaps. The narrative focuses on its religious subject matter without engaging in critiques of traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
Saul and David, as ancient Israelite figures, are historically of Middle Eastern descent. Given the common casting practices of 1909 Western cinema, they were almost certainly portrayed by white actors, which constitutes a portrayal of a different race than their historical background.
The film reverently adapts a foundational narrative from the Old Testament, portraying the divine guidance and judgment experienced by its central figures, Saul and David. It affirms the spiritual significance and moral lessons inherent in the ancient Israelite faith.
Saul and David (1909), an early silent film based on the biblical narrative, does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Given the historical context of its production and source material, no such portrayals were intended or are present in the film.
The 1909 silent film 'Saul and David' is a direct adaptation of the biblical story. Its narrative and historical context do not include any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, resulting in no relevant portrayal for evaluation.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film adapts the biblical narrative of King Saul and David. There is no historical or critical evidence suggesting that J. Stuart Blackton's 1909 adaptation altered the established genders of these or any other significant biblical characters from their source material.
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