8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Initial D (1998)
Initial D (1998)
Overview
Takumi’s job as a tofu delivery boy has turned him into one of the most formidable drivers around. Behind the wheel of his Eight-Six, he’s one with the road—and his life shifts into high gear when the underground street racing world takes notice. Drivers from across the region are lining up for a shot at the new guy. Takumi’s not just focused on winning—he’s out to prove he’s the best.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
8.3
Overview
Takumi’s job as a tofu delivery boy has turned him into one of the most formidable drivers around. Behind the wheel of his Eight-Six, he’s one with the road—and his life shifts into high gear when the underground street racing world takes notice. Drivers from across the region are lining up for a shot at the new guy. Takumi’s not just focused on winning—he’s out to prove he’s the best.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central focus on individual skill, competitive spirit, and personal growth within the apolitical context of street racing prevents it from aligning with any specific political ideology, instead championing universal themes of dedication and merit.
The movie features a cast entirely consistent with its Japanese origin and setting, without any explicit race or gender swaps or intentional DEI-driven casting. The narrative primarily focuses on street racing and character development among its male protagonists, without critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
Initial D: First Stage is an anime centered on street racing and its associated culture. The series does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, themes, or storylines, resulting in a net impact of N/A regarding LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The film 'Initial D' (1998) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative is solely centered on street racing, automotive culture, and the personal growth of its drivers, with no elements related to transgender identity.
Initial D: First Stage is a show centered on street racing, with no significant female characters participating in physical combat. Female characters primarily serve supporting roles and are not depicted engaging in or winning any direct physical confrontations against male opponents.
Initial D: First Stage is a direct adaptation of the manga, faithfully portraying all established characters with their original genders. No characters canonically male or female in the source material are depicted as a different gender in the show.
Initial D: First Stage is an anime adaptation of a Japanese manga, featuring characters who are consistently portrayed as ethnically Japanese, aligning with the source material. There are no instances where a character's race deviates from their established depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.5
8.0
Critic Ratings
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