6.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Living Bible (1952)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.4
Overview
Witness the story of Jesus, beginning with his birth in Bethlehem, to his crucifixion, death, and triumphant resurrection. Filmed mostly on location in the Holy Land.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
Witness the story of Jesus, beginning with his birth in Bethlehem, to his crucifixion, death, and triumphant resurrection. Filmed mostly on location in the Holy Land.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter is a direct adaptation of the Bible, focusing on spiritual and moral teachings rather than contemporary political ideologies. Its emphasis on universal themes of faith, redemption, and individual moral conduct positions it as neutral within the modern left-right political spectrum.
This 1957 biblical dramatization features traditional casting practices prevalent for its era, with no evident intentional race or gender swaps of roles. The narrative focuses on presenting the religious stories without critiquing or negatively portraying traditional identities.
Secondary
The film adapts biblical stories, featuring characters who are historically Middle Eastern. If, consistent with 1950s casting norms, the production used white actors to portray these figures, it constitutes a portrayal of historically non-white characters by actors of a different race.
As a direct adaptation of biblical narratives, the film presents the life and teachings of Jesus, the apostles, and the early church in an affirming and reverent manner, aligning the narrative with Christian virtues and dignity.
The film adapts Old Testament stories, portraying the history, laws, and prophets of ancient Israel (Judaism) with respect and dignity, acknowledging its foundational role within the broader biblical narrative.
The Living Bible, a direct adaptation of biblical narratives, does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The series' content is focused on traditional interpretations of the Bible, leading to no portrayal of queer identities or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This 1952 adaptation of the Bible is expected to faithfully portray the canonical genders of its characters. There is no historical or critical information suggesting that any established biblical figure was depicted with a different gender in this production.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.8
6.0
Critic Ratings
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