7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.8
Overview
In 1931, three Aboriginal girls escape after being plucked from their homes to be trained as domestic staff, and set off on a trek across the Outback.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Negative
Overview
In 1931, three Aboriginal girls escape after being plucked from their homes to be trained as domestic staff, and set off on a trek across the Outback.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly critiques systemic racism and colonial government policies through the forced removal of Indigenous children, championing anti-colonial resistance and the preservation of Indigenous identity.
The movie features authentic casting of Aboriginal actors, reflecting the historical context of its narrative. Its story strongly critiques traditional colonial power structures and policies, portraying white authorities negatively and centering themes of indigenous rights and resistance.
Secondary
The film portrays Christian-affiliated institutions and their adherents as instruments of a cruel, oppressive, and culturally destructive colonial policy, offering no significant counterbalancing positive portrayal. The 'civilizing' mission, often framed with Christian rhetoric, is shown to be hypocritical and harmful.
Rabbit-Proof Fence is a historical drama centered on the forced assimilation policies in 1930s Australia. The narrative exclusively follows the journey of three Aboriginal girls escaping a government camp. The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no portrayal to evaluate.
Rabbit-Proof Fence is a historical drama centered on the Stolen Generations in Australia. The film does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, focusing instead on the racial and cultural struggles of Aboriginal people.
The film focuses on the journey of three young Aboriginal girls escaping a government settlement. Their challenges involve evasion and survival against the elements and pursuers, but there are no instances where female characters engage in or win direct physical combat against male opponents.
The film "Rabbit-Proof Fence" is a historical drama based on real events and individuals. All major characters, including the three girls and historical figures like A.O. Neville, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their historical or canonical counterparts from the source material. There are no instances of a character's gender being changed from the established record.
The film is a historical drama based on real events and people. All major characters, including the Aboriginal protagonists and historical figures, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with their documented historical or canonical background.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.4
7.0
Critic Ratings
8.7
8.0
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