Apple TVThe Silencers (1966)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.0
Overview
Matt Helm is called out of retirement to stop the evil Big O organization who plan to explode an atomic bomb over Alamagordo, NM, and start WW III.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Overview
Matt Helm is called out of retirement to stop the evil Big O organization who plan to explode an atomic bomb over Alamagordo, NM, and start WW III.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film is a lighthearted spy comedy set during the Cold War, focusing on a government agent thwarting a generic global threat. Its primary objective is escapist entertainment, resulting in a neutral rating due to its lack of explicit promotion or critique of specific political ideologies.
The movie features a traditional cast and character representation, consistent with its era, without explicit diversity initiatives. The narrative positively frames traditional identities and does not incorporate DEI themes or critiques.
Secondary
The character Tung-Tze, depicted as an Asian mastermind in Donald Hamilton's source novels, is portrayed by the white actor Victor Buono in the film adaptation.
The Silencers, a 1966 spy film, does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on heterosexual espionage and action, with no elements that could be interpreted as queer representation, leading to a determination of N/A for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The film features several female characters who are involved in action sequences, including Gail Hendricks, Tina Batori, and Barbara. However, none of these characters are depicted as physically defeating one or more male opponents in close-quarters combat using skill, strength, or martial arts. Their roles in combat are either as victims, using firearms, or being subdued by male characters.
The film adapts the Matt Helm novels, with the titular character retaining his canonical male gender. Other significant characters introduced in the film are original creations and do not represent gender swaps of established figures from the source material.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.9
6.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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