HuluThe Shallows (2016)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.6
Overview
While surfing on a secluded beach, Nancy finds herself in the feeding grounds of a great white shark. Though stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of her ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Hulu
Paramount+
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Overview
While surfing on a secluded beach, Nancy finds herself in the feeding grounds of a great white shark. Though stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of her ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
HuluParamount+Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with right-leaning values due to its overwhelming emphasis on individual responsibility and self-reliance as the protagonist overcomes a life-threatening challenge solely through her own ingenuity and resilience.
The movie features a predominantly traditional cast, with the lead character portrayed by a white actress. Its narrative is a straightforward survival story that does not engage with or critique traditional identities, nor does it incorporate explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The Shallows is a survival thriller centered on a single protagonist's fight for survival. The narrative does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, nor does it touch upon issues related to queer identity. Therefore, the film has no discernible impact on the portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Shallows is an original story with characters created specifically for this film. There is no prior source material, historical figures, or previous installments from which characters' genders could have been swapped.
The Shallows is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or established canon for any character's race to be altered. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.3
6.3
Critic Ratings
7.9
5.9
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