Apple TVPrivileged (2008)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.6
Overview
Megan Smith, a smart and quirky young assistant at a glossy magazine, is fired when her Yale education proves detrimental to getting ahead in the world of tabloid journalism. Her boss takes pity on her and arranges an interview with the wealthy Laurel Limoges to be a live-in tutor for her twin teen granddaughters. The beautiful and rebellious twins are less-than-thrilled with their new tutor, but Megan is determined to win them over as she enjoys the perks of her new job - breathtaking private suite, gorgeous car and live-in chef.
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Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Megan Smith, a smart and quirky young assistant at a glossy magazine, is fired when her Yale education proves detrimental to getting ahead in the world of tabloid journalism. Her boss takes pity on her and arranges an interview with the wealthy Laurel Limoges to be a live-in tutor for her twin teen granddaughters. The beautiful and rebellious twins are less-than-thrilled with their new tutor, but Megan is determined to win them over as she enjoys the perks of her new job - breathtaking private suite, gorgeous car and live-in chef.
Starring Cast
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Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values by critiquing the moral decay and unchecked power associated with extreme wealth and privilege, positioning it as left-leaning.
The movie features a predominantly white main cast with some visible diversity in supporting roles. Its narrative focuses on class dynamics and personal relationships, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The show "Privileged" features a significant LGBTQ+ character arc with Rose Baker, one of the main protagonists, coming out as a lesbian. Her journey of self-discovery and her relationship are depicted with sensitivity and support from her family and friends, contributing to an overall affirming portrayal of queer identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The show "Privileged" is an adaptation of the novel "How to Live an Almost Normal Life." A review of the main characters from the source material and their on-screen portrayals reveals no instances where a character's established gender was changed.
The show "Privileged" is an adaptation of the novel "How to Live an Enchanted Life." There is no evidence that any character, canonically established as one race in the source material, was portrayed as a different race in the television series.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
7.5
Critic Ratings
6.3
5.8
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