Google PlayInstructions Not Included (2013)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.8
Overview
Valentin is Acapulco's resident playboy, until a former fling leaves a baby on his doorstep and him heading with her out of Mexico.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google Play
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Valentin is Acapulco's resident playboy, until a former fling leaves a baby on his doorstep and him heading with her out of Mexico.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Google PlayPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film primarily explores universal themes of parental love, sacrifice, and a child's emotional well-being, which are largely apolitical. While touching on immigration and unconventional family structures, these elements serve the personal narrative rather than promoting a specific political ideology.
The movie features a diverse cast centered around a Mexican protagonist, reflecting its bicultural setting and story. Its narrative primarily focuses on themes of parenthood and personal growth, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features a gay couple, Julián and Frank, who are depicted positively as supportive friends and a stable, loving partnership. Their presence normalizes LGBTQ+ relationships without making their identity a source of conflict or ridicule, contributing to an affirming portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film is an original story with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment from which character genders could have been established and subsequently altered. Therefore, no gender swaps occurred.
Instructions Not Included is an original film, not an adaptation, biopic, or reboot. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there are no pre-existing canonical or historical racial baselines to compare against. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.5
7.8
Critic Ratings
6.3
5.5
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