7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Jesus' Son (2000)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.2
Overview
A young man turns from drug addiction and petty crime to a life redeemed by a discovery of compassion.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A young man turns from drug addiction and petty crime to a life redeemed by a discovery of compassion.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores themes of addiction, aimlessness, and personal redemption through the individual journey of its protagonist. Its focus on internal struggle and a highly personal path to meaning, rather than systemic critiques or political solutions, places it firmly in the neutral category.
The movie features a predominantly white cast, consistent with its source material and setting, without explicit DEI-driven casting choices. Its narrative explores the protagonist's personal struggles rather than offering a critique of traditional identities or centering on DEI themes.
Secondary
The film employs the title "Jesus' Son" as a central metaphor for its protagonist's journey through addiction and suffering. While not directly portraying Christian practices, the narrative imbues F.H.'s experiences with a profound, almost spiritual, dignity, aligning with themes of suffering, grace, and redemption inherent in Christian thought. This use of symbolism elevates the protagonist's struggles without ridiculing the faith.
The film 'Jesus' Son' does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The story primarily follows the heterosexual relationships and drug-addled experiences of its protagonist, F.H., without exploring queer identity or related issues.
The film 'Jesus' Son' does not feature any explicit transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. The story primarily focuses on the protagonist's drug-fueled experiences and relationships, none of which involve transgender identity or issues.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Jesus' Son" is an adaptation of Denis Johnson's short story collection. All major characters, including F.H., Michelle, Wayne, and Georgie, maintain their original genders as established in the source material.
The film "Jesus' Son" is an adaptation of Denis Johnson's short stories. The characters in the source material are implicitly depicted as white, and the actors cast in the film for these roles are also white. There are no instances where a character's established race from the source material was changed in the film.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.9
6.3
Critic Ratings
7.9
7.6
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