Apple TVSerenity (2005)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.7
Overview
When the renegade crew of Serenity agrees to hide a fugitive on their ship, they find themselves in an action-packed battle between the relentless military might of a totalitarian regime who will destroy anything – or anyone – to get the girl back and the bloodthirsty creatures who roam the uncharted areas of space. But... the greatest danger of all may be on their ship.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Female Combat: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Overview
When the renegade crew of Serenity agrees to hide a fugitive on their ship, they find themselves in an action-packed battle between the relentless military might of a totalitarian regime who will destroy anything – or anyone – to get the girl back and the bloodthirsty creatures who roam the uncharted areas of space. But... the greatest danger of all may be on their ship.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central conflict critiques an overreaching, secretive, and socially engineering central government, championing individual liberty and the exposure of government lies as the solution, which aligns with right-leaning skepticism of state power.
The movie features a visibly diverse main cast in original roles, contributing to a varied ensemble. Its narrative centers on a struggle against an authoritarian government, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features Inara Serra, a Companion whose profession in the 'verse is implicitly inclusive of diverse sexualities. Her character is portrayed with dignity and complexity, but her sexual orientation is not a central theme. The depiction is neither overtly affirming nor problematic, resulting in a neutral overall impact.
The film features River Tam, who demonstrates exceptional martial arts skill by defeating multiple male opponents in hand-to-hand combat. Additionally, Inara Serra successfully engages and defeats a male guard in a melee weapon fight.
Shepherd Book, a central religious figure whose faith is heavily coded with Christian themes, is consistently portrayed as wise, compassionate, and a moral anchor. His spiritual perspective provides strength and guidance, and the narrative validates his worldview against the Alliance's cold rationalism.
Serenity is a direct continuation of the TV series Firefly, featuring the same established characters and actors. No character from the original series or source material had their gender changed for the film adaptation.
The film "Serenity" is a direct continuation of the "Firefly" TV series, with all established characters portrayed by their original actors. No characters from the source material were recast with actors of a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.8
7.4
Critic Ratings
8.2
7.4
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