8.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
American Splendor (2003)
American Splendor (2003)
Overview
An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
8.2
Overview
An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film primarily explores the personal struggles of an ordinary man finding meaning through authentic artistic expression, rather than advocating for a specific political ideology or critiquing societal systems from a partisan viewpoint.
The movie features casting that aligns with traditional representations, reflecting the real-life individuals depicted without intentional race or gender swaps. Its narrative focuses on the personal experiences of its protagonist, a white male, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The film 'American Splendor' is a biographical drama about comic book writer Harvey Pekar, focusing on his life, relationships, and struggles. The narrative does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes.
American Splendor is a biographical film about Harvey Pekar, blending dramatized scenes with documentary elements. The narrative centers on Pekar's life, work, and relationships. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the film's plot or character arcs, resulting in a determination of N/A for portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama based on the life and comic series of Harvey Pekar. All major characters, including Harvey Pekar and Joyce Brabner, are portrayed by actors matching their real-life and canonical genders.
The film is a biographical drama based on the life of comic book writer Harvey Pekar and his autobiographical comic series. All major characters, including Pekar, Joyce Brabner, and Toby Radloff, are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the historical figures they represent.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.4
7.2
Critic Ratings
9.4
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