Apple TVIt Started in Naples (1960)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.2
Overview
Mike Hamilton, a Philadelphia lawyer, comes to Naples to settle the estate of his long estranged "black sheep" brother. Once there, he discovers that the deceased has left an 8 year old boy who is being raised by Michael's sister-in-law Lucia Curcio. To make matters worse, Lucia happens to be a sexy nightclub dancer.
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Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Mike Hamilton, a Philadelphia lawyer, comes to Naples to settle the estate of his long estranged "black sheep" brother. Once there, he discovers that the deceased has left an 8 year old boy who is being raised by Michael's sister-in-law Lucia Curcio. To make matters worse, Lucia happens to be a sexy nightclub dancer.
Starring Cast
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Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores a culture clash between American pragmatism and Neapolitan spontaneity regarding child-rearing, ultimately championing personal transformation and the prioritization of love and happiness over rigid cultural norms. Its focus on apolitical themes like romance and family leads to a neutral rating.
This 1960 romantic comedy features a traditional, predominantly white cast, consistent with the mainstream casting practices of its era, without any intentional race or gender swaps. The narrative focuses on conventional romantic and family themes in Italy, and does not include any critique of traditional identities or explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays the vibrant culture of Naples, which is deeply intertwined with its Catholic heritage, in a positive and charming light. While not a religious film, the traditional values, community spirit, and family focus, often associated with the region's faith, contribute to the film's warm and appealing atmosphere without any critique or negative portrayal of the religion itself.
The film 'It Started in Naples' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on a heterosexual romance and family dynamics in Italy, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences present in the story.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film is an original story from 1960, not an adaptation of existing source material or a reboot with legacy characters. Therefore, no characters had a previously established canonical or historical gender to be swapped.
This film is an original story from 1960, not an adaptation of existing material or a biopic. Therefore, no characters had a pre-established canonical or historical race that could be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
4.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.3
6.4
Critic Ratings
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