The Aviator (2004)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
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Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.8
Overview
Biopic of billionaire Howard Hughes, starting with his early filmmaking years as owner of R.K.O. Pictures, but mostly focusing on his role in designing and promoting new aircraft. Hughes was a risk-taker spending several...
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Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Overview
Biopic of billionaire Howard Hughes, starting with his early filmmaking years as owner of R.K.O. Pictures, but mostly focusing on his role in designing and promoting new aircraft. Hughes was a risk-taker spending several...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Strong Right
Primary
The film champions individual genius and entrepreneurial spirit, portraying Howard Hughes's battles against government overreach and corporate monopolies as a triumph of individual will, aligning with right-leaning themes of self-reliance and skepticism of powerful institutions.
The film features a predominantly traditional cast, accurately reflecting the historical figures and era it portrays, without intentional race or gender swaps. Its narrative focuses on the biographical journey of a prominent historical figure, exploring his personal struggles and ambitions rather than engaging with explicit DEI themes or critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
The Aviator does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on Howard Hughes's heterosexual relationships, business ventures, and psychological decline, with no explicit engagement with queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Aviator is a biographical film depicting real historical figures. All major characters, such as Howard Hughes, Katharine Hepburn, and Ava Gardner, are portrayed on screen with their historically documented gender, without any changes.
The Aviator is a biopic depicting real historical figures, all of whom were white. The actors cast in these roles align with the historical record, portraying characters of the same race. No instances of race swapping were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.5
7.2
Critic Ratings
8.6
7.7
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