4.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Dear Santa (2024)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.4
Overview
Likeable 6th grader Liam writes to Santa asking him to prove that he's real. But Liam is dyslexic and accidentally sends his letter to Satan instead, who shows up at Liam's house, excited to have his first fanboy letter and wanting a little of Liam's soul.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Likeable 6th grader Liam writes to Santa asking him to prove that he's real. But Liam is dyslexic and accidentally sends his letter to Satan instead, who shows up at Liam's house, excited to have his first fanboy letter and wanting a little of Liam's soul.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's use of irreverent humor and satire to subvert traditional religious narratives and Christmas themes has drawn significant conservative criticism, aligning its dominant themes with a left-leaning cultural perspective despite also presenting a cautionary tale.
The movie includes a diverse cast, though its central narrative revolves around a white male character. While it touches on inclusive themes like family and kindness, it does not explicitly engage with broader DEI issues or offer significant social commentary on contemporary inequalities.
Secondary
The film's narrative portrays Satan in a positive, wish-granting light, which directly contradicts traditional Christian theological views. This depiction has been widely criticized by Christian groups and authorities as offensive and an attack on their core beliefs and values.
The movie 'Dear Santa' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its plot focuses on a boy's interaction with the devil after a Christmas wish list mix-up, without addressing LGBTQ+ representation in its narrative or character arcs.
The film 'Dear Santa' (2024) does not feature or portray transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on a dyslexic boy's accidental wish to Satan, family issues, and a Christmas message, without addressing gender identity topics or trans representation.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 2024 film "Dear Santa" primarily features original characters. There are no characters identified whose on-screen gender differs from an established gender in source material or historical record.
The film features original characters and a mythological figure (Asmodeus) whose race is not defined in source material. The contemporary setting's diverse casting aligns with modern demographics, with no historical population to compare against. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.4
6.2
Critic Ratings
2.4
3.4
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