5.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Ice Station Zebra (1968)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.5
Overview
A top-secret Soviet spy satellite -- using stolen Western technology -- malfunctions and then goes into a descent that lands it near an isolated Arctic research encampment called Ice Station Zebra, belonging to the British, which starts sending out distress signals before falling silent. The atomic submarine Tigerfish, commanded by Cmdr. James Ferraday (Rock Hudson), is dispatched to save them.
Starring Cast
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Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Overview
A top-secret Soviet spy satellite -- using stolen Western technology -- malfunctions and then goes into a descent that lands it near an isolated Arctic research encampment called Ice Station Zebra, belonging to the British, which starts sending out distress signals before falling silent. The atomic submarine Tigerfish, commanded by Cmdr. James Ferraday (Rock Hudson), is dispatched to save them.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's right-leaning bias (+1) is primarily driven by its central focus on national security and military competence during the Cold War, portraying the successful defense of US interests through the disciplined actions of its armed forces.
The movie features a predominantly white male cast, typical for its period and genre, with no intentional recasting of traditionally white roles. Its narrative centers on a Cold War espionage mission, offering no critique of traditional identities and not incorporating DEI themes into its central plot.
Secondary
Captain Anders, a character depicted as white in Alistair MacLean's original novel, is portrayed by a Black actor in the 1968 film adaptation.
Ice Station Zebra is a Cold War spy thriller centered on a nuclear submarine mission to an Arctic ice station. The narrative is devoid of any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, focusing instead on military protocol, espionage, and suspense.
The film "Ice Station Zebra" is a Cold War spy thriller centered on a nuclear submarine mission. It does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, nor does its narrative touch upon transgender identity or experiences in any capacity.
The film "Ice Station Zebra" does not feature any significant female characters. Consequently, there are no scenes depicting female characters engaging in or winning physical combat against male opponents.
The film "Ice Station Zebra" is an adaptation of Alistair MacLean's novel. All significant characters in the film retain the same gender as established in the original source material, with no instances of a character's gender being changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.6
6.3
Critic Ratings
4.4
4.9
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