NetflixUnbelievable (2019)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.7
Overview
A teenager is charged with lying about her rape allegation, but two determined investigative female detectives discover a far more sinister truth.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixBias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A teenager is charged with lying about her rape allegation, but two determined investigative female detectives discover a far more sinister truth.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series explicitly critiques systemic failures within law enforcement regarding sexual assault cases, highlighting victim-blaming and the need for institutional reform through empathetic, victim-centered policing. Its central thesis promotes progressive ideology by advocating for social justice for survivors and challenging patriarchal biases.
The series features a diverse supporting cast without explicit race or gender swaps of main roles. However, its narrative strongly critiques traditional male-dominated systems and authority figures for their failures in handling sexual assault cases, while elevating female protagonists who champion the victims.
Secondary
The series subtly portrays Detective Karen Duvall's Christian faith as a source of her profound empathy, moral integrity, and unwavering dedication to justice. Her religious beliefs are depicted respectfully, contributing positively to her character and her effective pursuit of truth.
The miniseries 'Unbelievable' focuses on the true story of a series of rapes and the subsequent police investigation. The narrative primarily centers on the female victims and the detectives involved. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the story.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The series is based on a true story, adapting real-life events and individuals. All major characters, including Marie Adler and the two detectives, maintain their historically documented gender in the on-screen portrayal, with no instances of a gender swap from the source material or real-world history.
The series is based on a true story, adapting real historical figures and events. All major characters, including Marie Adler, Detective Karen Duvall, and Detective Grace Rasmussen, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with that of the real individuals they represent.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.7
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.3
8.0
Critic Ratings
9.8
N/A
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