PhiloThe Apple (1980)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.8
Overview
In a pseudo-futuristic 1994, a square couple enter the corrupt world of the music industry, and subsequently a maze of drugs, sex, and temptation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
In a pseudo-futuristic 1994, a square couple enter the corrupt world of the music industry, and subsequently a maze of drugs, sex, and temptation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central critique of corporate manipulation, consumerism, and the suppression of artistic authenticity aligns with anti-establishment and anti-capitalist sentiments, positioning it as left-leaning despite its campy presentation and a bizarre divine intervention as a solution.
The movie features a cast with visible diversity, though it does not involve explicit recasting of traditionally white roles. Its narrative primarily critiques the music industry and consumerism, rather than explicitly portraying traditional identities negatively.
Secondary
The film employs a clear Christian allegory, featuring characters named Adam and Eve, themes of temptation and salvation, and a literal divine rapture. It portrays characters embodying Christian virtues positively and affirms a belief in a higher power and redemption.
The Apple (1980) is a musical science fiction film centered on a dystopian future's global music competition. The narrative follows two protagonists navigating the oppressive system. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the film's plot or character arcs, leading to a net impact of N/A regarding LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Apple (1980) is an original musical science fiction film. It is not an adaptation of pre-existing material, nor does it feature historical figures or legacy characters from prior installments. All characters were created for this specific film, meaning no character's gender could have been established in prior canon.
The Apple (1980) is an original musical film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. All characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race for any character to be swapped from.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
3.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
4.3
4.4
Critic Ratings
2.7
3.9
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