Apple TVShine a Light (2008)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.5
Overview
Martin Scorsese and the Rolling Stones unite in "Shine A Light," a look at The Rolling Stones." Scorsese filmed the Stones over a two-day period at the intimate Beacon Theater in New York City in fall 2006. Cinematographers capture the raw energy of the legendary band.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Martin Scorsese and the Rolling Stones unite in "Shine A Light," a look at The Rolling Stones." Scorsese filmed the Stones over a two-day period at the intimate Beacon Theater in New York City in fall 2006. Cinematographers capture the raw energy of the legendary band.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film is a concert documentary focused on the live performance and enduring legacy of The Rolling Stones, and it does not present a central political thesis or advocate for specific ideological viewpoints.
The film showcases a core group of traditional white male performers, while also featuring visible diversity through its guest artists. Its narrative focuses on celebrating the band's music and performance, without critiquing traditional identities or explicitly centering DEI themes.
Secondary
Shine a Light is a concert documentary centered entirely on The Rolling Stones' live performance. The film's scope is limited to the musical event, and it does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in an N/A portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Shine a Light is a concert documentary featuring The Rolling Stones and guest performers. All individuals portrayed in the film are real historical figures whose on-screen gender aligns with their documented historical gender.
Shine a Light is a concert documentary featuring The Rolling Stones and guest performers. It does not involve fictional characters or historical figures being portrayed by actors of a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.1
6.8
Critic Ratings
8.5
7.6
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