6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Rose (1979)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.9
Overview
Rock-and-roll singer Mary Rose Foster's romantic relationships and mental health are continuously imperilled by the demands of life on the road.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Rock-and-roll singer Mary Rose Foster's romantic relationships and mental health are continuously imperilled by the demands of life on the road.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film primarily focuses on a personal tragedy and character study, with social commentary on industry exploitation and gender dynamics serving as context rather than a central political thesis or solution, leading to a neutral rating.
The film features a predominantly white main cast, consistent with traditional casting practices of its time, and does not incorporate explicit race or gender swaps for established roles. The narrative centers on the personal journey of its protagonist within the music industry, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or making DEI themes central to its storytelling.
Secondary
The Rose depicts its protagonist's bisexuality as an inherent part of her complex identity, treating her past same-sex relationship with dignity and emotional depth. Her sexual orientation is neither sensationalized nor a source of conflict. The film's tragic arc stems from her battles with fame and addiction, affirming her identity while exploring her self-destructive path without judgment.
The film depicts a rigid, judgmental form of Christianity, particularly through Rose's mother, as a source of trauma and rebellion for the protagonist. It portrays this religious upbringing as stifling and hypocritical, contributing to Rose's struggles without offering significant counterbalancing positive aspects.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Rose (1979) is an original film with characters created specifically for the movie. There is no prior source material, historical record, or legacy characters from which a gender swap could occur.
The film "The Rose" (1979) features original characters created for the movie. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment that establishes the race of its characters, such as Mary Rose Foster, before this film's production. Therefore, no character in the film constitutes a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.9
6.7
Critic Ratings
7.3
6.7
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