1.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Send in the Clowns (1986)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 1.3
Overview
Tired of getting fired from different odd jobs, Roberto "Robin", Ricardo "Ricky" and Rodrigo "Roy" decide to make use of their ability to make people laugh by working as clowns in a carnival.
Starring Cast
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Tired of getting fired from different odd jobs, Roberto "Robin", Ricardo "Ricky" and Rodrigo "Roy" decide to make use of their ability to make people laugh by working as clowns in a carnival.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter of slapstick comedy and general parody lacks an inherent political valence, and without specific plot details indicating a clear ideological stance, it is primarily an entertainment piece.
The movie features a cast that provides visible diversity, consistent with its origin, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative does not appear to critically portray traditional identities or center on explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
As a Filipino comedy, the film likely incorporates elements of Christianity (Catholicism) within its cultural backdrop. While it may use religious figures or situations for comedic effect, the humor is typically directed at human foibles rather than a fundamental critique of the faith itself. The narrative generally acknowledges the presence of faith without portraying the religion as inherently problematic.
The film 'Send in the Clowns' by Mike Relon Makiling does not appear to include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal of queer identity is not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film appears to be an original production without pre-existing source material, prior installments, or historical figures. Therefore, there is no established canon against which to assess a gender swap.
The 1986 Filipino comedy film "Send in the Clowns" is not an adaptation of source material, a biopic, or a reboot featuring characters with previously established racial identities. Therefore, no character's race was changed from a canonical or historical baseline.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
2.6
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Critic Ratings
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