Apple TVAlex Cross (2012)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 3.6
Overview
Alex Cross, a genius homicide detective/psychologist is trying to clean up the mean streets of Detroit while keeping his family out of the line of fire. As he mulls over accepting a job with the FBI, he is told that a friend has been murdered and he vows to track down the killer. Soon, he and his team are forced to match wits with a psychotic contract killer, who displays a disturbing commitment towards seeing his job through.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Alex Cross, a genius homicide detective/psychologist is trying to clean up the mean streets of Detroit while keeping his family out of the line of fire. As he mulls over accepting a job with the FBI, he is told that a friend has been murdered and he vows to track down the killer. Soon, he and his team are forced to match wits with a psychotic contract killer, who displays a disturbing commitment towards seeing his job through.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film is a crime thriller centered on a detective's personal quest for justice and revenge against a serial killer. While it initially touches on themes of corporate corruption, these are quickly overshadowed by the individualistic pursuit of a psychopathic antagonist, preventing a clear ideological stance.
The movie features a Black lead character, consistent with its source material, and includes visible diversity within its cast. The narrative primarily focuses on a crime thriller plot without explicitly critiquing or negatively framing traditional identities.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity through Alex Cross's family, particularly Nana Mama, as a source of comfort, moral strength, and resilience in the face of profound loss and evil. Their faith is depicted with respect and as a positive influence on their lives.
The film "Alex Cross" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a detective pursuing a serial killer, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences present in the plot or character arcs.
The film features female characters, including detective Monica Ashe, who participates in action sequences. However, there are no scenes depicting a female character achieving victory over one or more male opponents through direct physical combat, martial arts, or melee weapons.
The film "Alex Cross" adapts characters from James Patterson's novels. All major characters, including Alex Cross, retain their established genders from the source material in the movie adaptation. No significant character underwent a gender change.
The character Alex Cross, established as Black in the source novels and previous film adaptations, is portrayed by a Black actor (Tyler Perry) in the 2012 movie. There is no change in the character's race from prior canon.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
3.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.2
5.2
Critic Ratings
1.1
3.0
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