NetflixSanju (2018)
Bias Rating
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Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.3
Overview
Sanju explores some of the most crucial chapters from movie star Sanjay Dutt’s dramatic and controversial real life. It gives a lowdown on his tryst with drugs and his trials and tribulations in the Arms Acts case and the 1993 Mumbai blasts.
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Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Hinduism: Positive
Islam: Positive
Overview
Sanju explores some of the most crucial chapters from movie star Sanjay Dutt’s dramatic and controversial real life. It gives a lowdown on his tryst with drugs and his trials and tribulations in the Arms Acts case and the 1993 Mumbai blasts.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film primarily focuses on an individual's journey of redemption from addiction and legal troubles, emphasizing the strength of family bonds and the fight to restore personal reputation against media sensationalism, which aligns with themes often found in right-leaning narratives.
The film 'Sanju' features traditional casting appropriate for its biographical subject matter within an Indian context, without intentional race or gender swaps of roles. Its narrative focuses on the personal journey of its male protagonist and his family, portraying traditional identities in a neutral to positive light without explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
The film respectfully portrays Hinduism as an integral part of Sanjay Dutt's family and cultural identity, showcasing rituals and values without critique. It serves as a backdrop to his personal journey and the moral compass of his father, Sunil Dutt.
The narrative actively debunks the prejudiced accusations linking Sanjay Dutt to terrorism, which often carry anti-Muslim undertones in public discourse. By portraying him as a victim of misinformation and injustice, the film challenges bigotry and positions the audience to sympathize with those wrongly targeted.
The film 'Sanju' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is entirely centered on the heterosexual relationships and personal struggles of the protagonist, Sanjay Dutt, resulting in no LGBTQ+ portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Sanju is a biographical film based on the life of actor Sanjay Dutt. All major characters, including Sanjay Dutt, his parents, and friends, are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their real-life historical counterparts. No established historical figures or canonical characters have their gender altered.
Sanju is a biographical film about Indian actor Sanjay Dutt. All major characters, based on real-life Indian individuals, are portrayed by actors of Indian descent, aligning with their historical and canonical race. No instances of a race swap were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.6
7.2
Critic Ratings
4.1
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