8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Downfall (2004)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.3
Overview
In April of 1945, Germany stands at the brink of defeat with the Russian Army closing in from the east and the Allied Expeditionary Force attacking from the west. In Berlin, capital of the Third Reich, Adolf Hitler proclaims that Germany will still achieve victory and orders his generals and advisers to fight to the last man. When the end finally does come, and Hitler lies dead by his own hand, what is left of his military must find a way to end the killing that is the Battle of Berlin, and lay down their arms in surrender.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Judaism: Positive
Overview
In April of 1945, Germany stands at the brink of defeat with the Russian Army closing in from the east and the Allied Expeditionary Force attacking from the west. In Berlin, capital of the Third Reich, Adolf Hitler proclaims that Germany will still achieve victory and orders his generals and advisers to fight to the last man. When the end finally does come, and Hitler lies dead by his own hand, what is left of his military must find a way to end the killing that is the Battle of Berlin, and lay down their arms in surrender.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film objectively depicts the final days of the Nazi regime, focusing on the psychological breakdown of its leaders and the human cost of their extremism. Its universal cautionary message against totalitarianism and fanaticism transcends specific left or right political agendas, leading to a neutral rating.
The film 'Downfall' features traditional casting that accurately reflects its historical setting in Nazi Germany, with no intentional diversity in its portrayal of historical figures. While the narrative critically depicts the white, male leadership of the Nazi regime, this critique is specific to the historical context of Nazism rather than a broader DEI-driven commentary on traditional identities.
Secondary
The film portrays the horrific antisemitism of the Nazi regime, clearly condemning the persecution of Jewish people. By framing this bigotry as unequivocally evil, the narrative positions the audience to sympathize with the victimized religion, thus offering a positive portrayal.
Downfall is a historical drama centered on the final days of the Nazi regime. The film's narrative exclusively focuses on the historical events and figures within Hitler's bunker, and it does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, relationships, or themes. Consequently, there is no LGBTQ+ portrayal to evaluate.
The film "Downfall" is a historical drama depicting the final days of Adolf Hitler. It does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, nor does it touch upon issues related to transgender identity. Therefore, the film has no impact on the portrayal of transsexual individuals.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Downfall is a historical drama depicting real figures from the final days of WWII. All major historical characters are portrayed with their documented historical genders, with no instances of a character's gender being changed from the historical record.
Downfall is a historical drama depicting real figures from World War II Germany. All major historical characters are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the documented historical race of those individuals.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.2
7.9
Critic Ratings
9.0
8.2
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