Paramount+The Mexican (2001)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.4
Overview
Jerry Welbach, a reluctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as "the Mexican"... or suffer the consequences. The second is from his girlfriend Samantha to end his association with the mob. Jerry figures alive and in trouble with Samantha is better than the more permanent alternative, so he heads south of the border.
Starring Cast
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Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Jerry Welbach, a reluctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as "the Mexican"... or suffer the consequences. The second is from his girlfriend Samantha to end his association with the mob. Jerry figures alive and in trouble with Samantha is better than the more permanent alternative, so he heads south of the border.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Paramount+Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film primarily focuses on apolitical themes of personal relationships, individual choices, and comedic situations within a crime narrative. While it contains subtle elements that could be interpreted as left-leaning (e.g., subversion of traditional masculinity) or right-leaning (e.g., individual responsibility), these do not form a central ideological thesis, resulting in a neutral rating.
The movie features a predominantly traditional cast with mainstream white actors in leading roles, and its narrative does not offer a critical portrayal of traditional identities. While a supporting character is gay, this does not indicate explicit DEI-driven casting or a central DEI critique within the story.
Secondary
The Mexican features Winston Baldry, a gay hitman, as a complex and significant character. His sexuality is presented with dignity, and his grief for his deceased lover is portrayed empathetically. Despite his profession and tragic end, the film affirms his humanity and capacity for love, resulting in a net positive portrayal of an LGBTQ+ character.
The film primarily focuses on Jerry and Samantha's journey and relationship. Samantha Barzel, the main female character, is not depicted as engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents. No other female characters participate in such combat.
The Mexican is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of existing material or a depiction of historical figures. All characters were created for this film, therefore, there are no instances of characters being portrayed with a different gender than their established canonical or historical gender.
The Mexican is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Its characters were created for this film, thus lacking any prior canonical or historical racial identity to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.1
5.9
Critic Ratings
5.4
4.3
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