8.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Bias Rating
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Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.9
Overview
The story of British officer T.E. Lawrence's mission to aid the Arab tribes in their revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War. Lawrence becomes a flamboyant, messianic figure in the cause of Arab unity but his psychological instability threatens to undermine his achievements.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Race Swap: Yes
Islam: Positive
Overview
The story of British officer T.E. Lawrence's mission to aid the Arab tribes in their revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War. Lawrence becomes a flamboyant, messianic figure in the cause of Arab unity but his psychological instability threatens to undermine his achievements.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central narrative critiques the manipulative nature of colonial powers and the betrayal of promises made to indigenous populations, emphasizing the tragic struggle for self-determination amidst geopolitical machinations.
The film utilizes traditional casting for its central British characters. Its narrative offers a nuanced exploration of historical events and identities, including a subtle engagement with colonial themes, rather than an explicit critique of traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features strong, widely recognized subtext regarding T.E. Lawrence's sexuality and intense male bonds. While never explicitly stated, these elements contribute to an interpretation of queer identity being present. The narrative neither affirms nor denigrates this aspect, resulting in a neutral portrayal.
The film portrays several historical Arab figures, including Prince Feisal and Auda Abu Tayi, with actors of different racial backgrounds (Alec Guinness, a white actor, and Anthony Quinn, a Mexican-American/Irish actor). This constitutes a race swap.
The film portrays the Arab people, whose culture and identity are deeply rooted in Islam, with respect and dignity. Their faith is depicted as a significant and often unifying aspect of their lives, contributing to their resilience and moral code, without being critiqued by the narrative itself.
Lawrence of Arabia (1962) is a historical epic focusing on T.E. Lawrence's experiences during World War I. The film's extensive narrative and character arcs do not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, resulting in no portrayal of transsexual identity.
The film is a historical epic centered on T.E. Lawrence and the Arab Revolt, featuring an overwhelmingly male cast in combat roles. No female characters are depicted participating in direct physical combat or defeating male opponents in such encounters.
Lawrence of Arabia is a historical epic depicting real historical figures and events. All major characters, based on documented historical individuals or established within the narrative, maintain their original gender portrayal without any instances of gender swapping.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.3
8.0
Critic Ratings
9.3
10.0
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