Google PlayBlade Runner (1982)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.3
Overview
In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to terminate a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to terminate a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film critiques the systemic exploitation and dehumanization of sentient artificial beings by a powerful corporation, emphasizing themes of empathy, identity, and the rights of the marginalized, which aligns with progressive values.
The movie features some visible diversity in its supporting cast, though its main roles do not involve explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white characters. The narrative focuses on existential themes of humanity and artificial intelligence, without critically portraying traditional identities or centering on explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
Blade Runner does not feature any explicit or implicitly identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on themes of artificial intelligence, humanity, and existentialism, without incorporating queer identities or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Blade Runner (1982) is an adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?". All major characters, such as Rick Deckard, Rachael, Roy Batty, and Pris, maintain the same gender as established in the source material. There are no instances of characters being portrayed as a different gender than their canonical or historical establishment.
Blade Runner is an adaptation of Philip K. Dick's novel. A review of major characters from the source material and their on-screen portrayals reveals no instances where a character's established race was changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.1
7.9
Critic Ratings
8.9
8.4
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