Apple TVShaft (2019)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.1
Overview
JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad can provide. Absent throughout JJ’s youth, the legendary locked-and-loaded John Shaft agrees to help his progeny navigate Harlem’s heroin-infested underbelly.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
JJ, aka John Shaft Jr., may be a cyber security expert with a degree from MIT, but to uncover the truth behind his best friend’s untimely death, he needs an education only his dad can provide. Absent throughout JJ’s youth, the legendary locked-and-loaded John Shaft agrees to help his progeny navigate Harlem’s heroin-infested underbelly.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film consciously balances competing viewpoints on masculinity and problem-solving through a generational clash, ultimately advocating for a blend of traditional and modern individual action to achieve justice, rather than promoting a distinct political ideology.
The film features a diverse cast, consistent with the franchise's history of Black lead characters, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative centers on family dynamics and action-comedy, presenting traditional male identities in a neutral to positive light rather than offering a strong DEI-driven critique.
Secondary
The film 'Shaft' (2019) does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal of queer identity or related issues within its narrative, leading to a net impact rating of N/A.
The film features female characters, but none are depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents using skill, strength, or martial arts. Their roles in action sequences do not involve such direct physical victories.
The 2019 film introduces new characters, including John Shaft II, but does not alter the established gender of any legacy characters from previous installments or source material. All returning and new significant characters maintain their canonical or original gender.
The film continues the Shaft legacy with Black protagonists, including the original John Shaft, his nephew, and a new character, his son. No character previously established as a different race was recast.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.4
6.5
Critic Ratings
3.4
4.0
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