Prime VideoKingmaker (2022)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.9
Overview
Seo Chang-dae, an ambitious political campaign strategist who ends up having ideological differences with his present client, receives a lucrative offer that will put his loyalty under the microscope.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Seo Chang-dae, an ambitious political campaign strategist who ends up having ideological differences with his present client, receives a lucrative offer that will put his loyalty under the microscope.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film maintains a neutral stance by exploring the universal complexities of political ambition, strategy, and the moral compromises inherent in the pursuit of power, rather than explicitly promoting a specific left or right-leaning ideology. It focuses on the human element and ethical dilemmas within politics, balancing the perspectives of its central characters.
As a South Korean historical political drama, 'Kingmaker' features a cast that is diverse within its cultural context, though it does not involve explicit race or gender swaps of roles traditionally associated with Western identities. The narrative focuses on Korean political figures and does not engage in explicit critiques of traditional Western identities.
Secondary
Kingmaker is a political drama centered on the relationship between a politician and his strategist. The film does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, themes, or subplots. The narrative focuses exclusively on political maneuvering and personal ambition, with no queer representation present in the story.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Kingmaker" is a historical drama based on real-life South Korean political figures, primarily Kim Dae-jung and his strategist. These historical figures were male and are portrayed by male actors in the film, consistent with their documented gender. No established characters from history or prior canon have their gender changed.
Kingmaker is a South Korean film based on real historical South Korean political figures. The main characters and supporting cast are portrayed by South Korean actors, consistent with the historical and cultural context, thus presenting no race swaps.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
7.1
Critic Ratings
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