PhiloThe New Guy (2002)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.7
Overview
Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Philo
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Negative
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PhiloApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central subject matter of high school social dynamics and personal reinvention is inherently apolitical, and its narrative solution emphasizes individual agency and eventual authenticity rather than promoting any specific left or right ideological viewpoint.
The movie features a visibly diverse supporting cast, though its primary roles are traditionally cast. The narrative centers on a white male protagonist's journey and does not explicitly critique traditional identities or make diversity, equity, and inclusion themes central to its plot.
Secondary
The film 'The New Guy' portrays LGBTQ+ themes primarily through the character of Glenn, whose implied homosexuality is a source of ridicule, and the protagonist's fake gay persona for social gain. The humor relies heavily on harmful stereotypes, presenting a largely problematic and uncritical depiction of queer identity.
The film portrays a Christian youth group as naive and easily swayed, using their quick adoption of a 'bad boy' persona for comedic effect. This reinforces a superficial stereotype for humor without offering any depth or respect for the faith.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The New Guy (2002) is an original film and does not adapt characters from prior source material, historical records, or previous installments. Therefore, no characters exist whose established gender could have been altered.
The New Guy (2002) is an original film and not an adaptation of pre-existing source material or a biopic. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there are no prior canonical or historical racial depictions to compare against. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
3.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.8
5.9
Critic Ratings
0.7
2.4
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