8.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Dead Man Walking (1995)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.1
Overview
A death row inmate turns for spiritual guidance to a local nun in the days leading up to his scheduled execution for the murders of a young couple.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A death row inmate turns for spiritual guidance to a local nun in the days leading up to his scheduled execution for the murders of a young couple.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes the progressive stance against capital punishment by humanizing a condemned inmate and focusing on themes of redemption and the moral implications of state-sanctioned killing, even while acknowledging the victims' suffering.
The movie features primarily traditional casting, with no explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on themes of capital punishment and redemption, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or making DEI themes central to its core message.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity, specifically Catholicism, with profound respect and depth through Sister Helen Prejean. Her unwavering faith drives her compassionate advocacy for a death row inmate, highlighting Christian virtues of forgiveness, redemption, and the sanctity of life. The narrative affirms the dignity and moral power of her spiritual commitment.
The film "Dead Man Walking" centers on capital punishment and redemption through the story of a nun and a death row inmate. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the narrative, resulting in an N/A rating for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The film 'Dead Man Walking' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative is solely focused on capital punishment, forgiveness, and the complex relationship between a nun and a death row inmate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Dead Man Walking" is an adaptation of a non-fiction book by Sister Helen Prejean, depicting real historical figures and events. All major characters, including Sister Helen Prejean and the death row inmate Matthew Poncelet (a composite of real individuals), maintain their established genders from the source material and historical record.
The film is based on a non-fiction book and real events. The main characters, including Sister Helen Prejean and the composite death row inmate Matthew Poncelet, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with their historical or established background. No instances of race swapping were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.3
Critic Ratings
9.7
8.0
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