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Power Book III: Raising Kanan (2021)

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.3
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Overview

Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.


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Bias Dimensions


Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate

LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive

Overview

Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.


Starring Cast


Where to watch

Spectrum logoSpectrum
Philo logoPhilo
Apple TV logoApple TV
Powered by
JustWatch

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Leans Progressive

Primary

The series primarily functions as a character-driven crime drama exploring the origins of a drug lord within a specific urban environment. It maintains a neutral stance by focusing on individual ambition, family dynamics, and the pursuit of power rather than explicitly promoting a specific political ideology or offering a clear political solution to the depicted societal issues.

The series features a diverse cast that authentically reflects its urban setting without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on character-driven drama within a specific community, rather than explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on overt DEI themes.

Secondary

The series features prominent LGBTQ+ characters, particularly Jukebox, whose lesbian identity is depicted with dignity and complexity. Her relationship with Nicole is central to her arc, and while it ends tragically due to external violence, the narrative maintains an empathetic and affirming stance towards queer lives and love, avoiding harmful stereotypes.

The series portrays Christianity as a significant cultural and moral force within the community, often through devout characters like Kanan's grandmother. While some characters exhibit hypocrisy, the narrative critiques individual failings rather than the faith itself, often using it to highlight moral struggles and the search for redemption amidst violence.

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

This series is a prequel to 'Power,' focusing on the early life of established characters like Kanan Stark and Jukebox. All characters whose gender was previously established in the 'Power' universe maintain their original gender in this prequel. New characters introduced are not gender-swapped versions of existing ones.

This series is a prequel to the original 'Power' show, depicting younger versions of established characters. All legacy characters maintain racial consistency with their portrayals in the original series, and new characters are introduced without altering any previously established racial identities.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

5.3

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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7.7
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8.3

Critic Ratings

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N/A
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N/A

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