Apple TVMotherless Brooklyn (2019)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.5
Overview
New York City, 1957. Lionel Essrog, a private detective living with Tourette syndrome, tries to solve the murder of his mentor and best friend, armed only with vague clues and the strength of his obsessive mind.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Race Swap: Yes
Overview
New York City, 1957. Lionel Essrog, a private detective living with Tourette syndrome, tries to solve the murder of his mentor and best friend, armed only with vague clues and the strength of his obsessive mind.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly critiques systemic corruption and the abuse of power by an unelected urban developer, highlighting the displacement of communities and the manipulation of the city for personal gain, which aligns with progressive ideology.
The film features visible diversity within its cast, including a prominent role for a Black female character. Its narrative critically portrays a powerful white male antagonist whose corrupt actions drive the central conflict, highlighting the negative impact of unchecked power.
Secondary
The character Laura Rose, depicted as white in Jonathan Lethem's source novel, is portrayed by a Black actress in the film adaptation, constituting a race swap.
Motherless Brooklyn is a neo-noir detective story set in 1950s New York. The narrative does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes, nor does it explore issues related to queer identity. The film's focus remains on its intricate plot and the protagonist's personal journey.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is an adaptation of Jonathan Lethem's novel. While the movie introduces new characters and alters the plot, the established characters from the source material who appear in the film maintain their original gender. No canonical character's gender was changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
6.7
Critic Ratings
6.5
6.0
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