7.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Documentary, Music, History • 2023 • 99 min
AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (2023)
AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (2023)
Overview
The complex and revolutionary music and lyrics of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, the glam rock powerhouse behind “Bang a Gong (Get it On)” and other iconic songs. Featuring archival performances and interviews with Elton John, Ringo Starr, and David Bowie, plus filmed musical interpretations by artists such as Nick Cave, John Cameron Mitchell, Joan Jett, Macy Gray, U2, and Father John Misty.
Starring Cast
Richard Barone • Marc Bolan • Rolan Bolan
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Family Values: Mixed
Viewer Rating
7.4
Overview
The complex and revolutionary music and lyrics of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, the glam rock powerhouse behind “Bang a Gong (Get it On)” and other iconic songs. Featuring archival performances and interviews with Elton John, Ringo Starr, and David Bowie, plus filmed musical interpretations by artists such as Nick Cave, John Cameron Mitchell, Joan Jett, Macy Gray, U2, and Father John Misty.
Starring Cast
Richard Barone • Marc Bolan • Rolan Bolan
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
Political: Center
Confidence: High
The documentary explores the enduring musical legacy and cultural impact of Marc Bolan and T. Rex through new interpretations and archival material. It focuses on artistic expression and the celebration of an iconic artist, without promoting a specific political ideology.
Diversity: Low
Confidence: Medium
The film presents a traditional cast and narrative, focusing on its subject matter without explicit DEI-driven casting or a critical portrayal of traditional identities within its storytelling.
Secondary
Family Values: Mixed
Confidence: High
The documentary primarily focuses on the musical career and cultural impact of Marc Bolan and T. Rex. It does not extensively explore or take a definitive stance on family structures, roles, or values within its narrative.
LGBTQ: N/R
There is not enough publicly available information for AI to assess this category for this movie.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The film "AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex" is a documentary exploring the musical legacy of Marc Bolan and his band T. Rex. The narrative focuses on biographical elements and the impact of his music. No identifiable transgender characters or themes are present within the film's content or its exploration of Bolan's life and work.
Female Combat: N/R
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film explores the life and music of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, featuring real historical figures such as Marc Bolan and Rolan Bolan. These individuals are presented consistent with their documented historical genders. No characters established as one gender are portrayed on screen as a different gender.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
The film is a documentary focusing on the real historical figure Marc Bolan and his music. Documentaries typically feature individuals as themselves through archival footage or interviews. There is no indication that any historical figure or established character is portrayed by an actor of a different race than their documented historical identity.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.5
7.8
Critic Ratings
8.0
N/A
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