8.4
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The Civil War (1990)
The Civil War (1990)
Overview
A documentary on the American Civil War narrated by Ken Burns, covering the secession of the Confederacy to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.4
Overview
A documentary on the American Civil War narrated by Ken Burns, covering the secession of the Confederacy to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with left-leaning values by unequivocally identifying slavery as the central cause of the Civil War and extensively exploring the struggle for racial justice and the human cost of systemic injustice.
The documentary 'The Civil War' utilizes traditional casting for its narrators and voice actors for historical figures. Its narrative provides a comprehensive historical account of the Civil War, critically examining the institution of slavery and the Confederacy, which inherently involves themes of racial injustice and the fight for freedom, but it does so through a historical lens rather than an explicit modern DEI critique of traditional identities.
Secondary
The documentary extensively portrays Christianity as a pervasive and deeply influential force during the Civil War, shaping moral arguments, providing solace, and influencing both Union and Confederate perspectives. It depicts the profound personal faith of many individuals with historical respect and nuance.
The film acknowledges the presence and experiences of Jewish communities and soldiers, integrating their stories into the broader narrative of the war. This portrayal is factual and respectful, recognizing their role in the diverse American society of the era.
The Civil War, 1990 is a historical documentary series that chronicles the American Civil War. The narrative focuses on historical events, military strategies, and personal accounts of the era, and does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes.
The Civil War, 1990, a historical documentary series, does not feature identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on historical events, figures, and social conditions of the American Civil War, making the absence of such portrayals consistent with its subject matter and genre.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Civil War is a historical documentary series that presents real historical figures and events through narration, archival materials, and readings of primary sources. The listed actors serve as narrators or voice actors for historical texts, not as dramatic portrayals of characters whose gender could be swapped.
The Civil War (1990) is a historical documentary series primarily utilizing archival images, historical accounts, and voice-overs. The listed 'starring' individuals are narrators or voice actors for historical figures, not physical portrayals that would constitute a race swap.
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