6.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Boatman (1984)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.0
Overview
An erstwhile boatman wants to do a little more than paddle his own canoe in the town famed for its waterfalls. He leaves the village of his roots for the city and lands a job as a live-sex actor called toro in street lingo derived from the Spanish term for bull. Quick successes in his newfound profession delude him into regarding that the measure of a man is in his trousers. He has a partner on stage and off. Despite her cynicism and tough veneer, she sees in him a way out of the slums and the red light district.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Negative
Overview
An erstwhile boatman wants to do a little more than paddle his own canoe in the town famed for its waterfalls. He leaves the village of his roots for the city and lands a job as a live-sex actor called toro in street lingo derived from the Spanish term for bull. Quick successes in his newfound profession delude him into regarding that the measure of a man is in his trousers. He has a partner on stage and off. Despite her cynicism and tough veneer, she sees in him a way out of the slums and the red light district.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values by critically examining the systemic exploitation of the poor and marginalized, highlighting the dehumanizing impact of societal pressures and economic hardship.
The movie features a naturally diverse Filipino cast, reflecting its origin and setting, without engaging in explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative offers social commentary on exploitation and power dynamics within its cultural context, rather than explicitly framing a DEI-driven critique of traditional identities.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity, particularly its institutional and societal manifestations, as a source of moral judgment and hypocrisy. It highlights how religiously-informed societal norms contribute to the marginalization and condemnation of the protagonist, rather than offering compassion or understanding.
The film 'Boatman' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. Its exploration of sexuality and exploitation is centered on heterosexual dynamics, resulting in no applicable portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals or themes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Boatman (1984) is an original Filipino drama film. It does not adapt characters from prior source material, feature historical figures, or reboot legacy characters, thus precluding any instances of gender swaps as defined.
Boatman (1984) is an original Filipino film and not an adaptation of existing source material with pre-established character races, nor is it a biopic of a historical figure. Therefore, it does not contain instances of characters whose race was canonically or historically established being portrayed differently.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.2
4.8
Critic Ratings
N/A
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