6.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Clifton House Mystery (1978)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.8
Overview
An old woman's possessions are auctioned, and orchestral conductor Timothy Clare and his family move into her large, though rather gloomy and dilapidated, old house in Bristol. It soon becomes clear that this is a house full of secrets, and that Mrs. Betterton had good reason to leave with her young granddaughter, the ethereal, otherworldly Emily; after a series of frightening experiences and disturbing discoveries - including a walled-up room containing a skeleton - the Clares realise that they are not the only occupants.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
An old woman's possessions are auctioned, and orchestral conductor Timothy Clare and his family move into her large, though rather gloomy and dilapidated, old house in Bristol. It soon becomes clear that this is a house full of secrets, and that Mrs. Betterton had good reason to leave with her young granddaughter, the ethereal, otherworldly Emily; after a series of frightening experiences and disturbing discoveries - including a walled-up room containing a skeleton - the Clares realise that they are not the only occupants.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's genre as a mystery, combined with a complete lack of specific plot or thematic details, prevents the identification of any discernible political bias, leading to a neutral rating.
Based on the absence of specific details regarding casting or narrative, the movie is assessed as adhering to traditional representation and framing. There is no indication of explicit DEI-driven casting or narrative elements that critique traditional identities.
Secondary
Without any provided plot details or character information for 'The Clifton House Mystery', it is not possible to assess the presence or portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Therefore, the film's net impact on LGBTQ+ representation cannot be determined.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Clifton House Mystery (1978) is an original television series. Its characters were created specifically for this production, meaning there is no prior canon from which a character's gender could have been swapped.
The Clifton House Mystery (1978) is an original BBC children's drama. Its characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canon or historical record from which a character's race could have been swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.6
6.0
Critic Ratings
N/A
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