Black (2004)

Black poster

Black (2004)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Moderate

Viewer Rating
6.8

Overview

Devin Carlos Padaveedan and Shanmugham, who run a crime syndicate, turn foes when the latter wants to turn a new leaf and live a normal life.


Starring Cast

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Leans Progressive

Primary

The film's central thesis explicitly promotes progressive ideology by critiquing systemic oppression and championing collective resistance and identity politics as the solution to deep-seated social injustices.

The movie features a cast that is traditional for its regional Indian context, without engaging in explicit recasting of roles based on Western DEI considerations. Its narrative focuses on its plot and characters without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on DEI themes.

Secondary

The film "Black" (2004), directed by Ranjith, does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a crime thriller plot involving a police officer and an underworld figure, with no elements pertaining to queer identity or experiences.

The film 'Black' (2005) does not include any discernible transsexual characters or explore related themes within its narrative. Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal of transsexual identity is not applicable.

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

The film "Black" (2004) features original characters, including Michelle McNally and Debraj Sahai. There is no prior source material, historical record, or established canon from which these characters' genders were altered for this adaptation.

The film "Black" (2004) is an original Malayalam-language production. Its characters do not have pre-existing canonical or historical racial identities from source material or prior installments. Therefore, no character's portrayal can constitute a race swap as defined.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

6.8

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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6.5
The Movie Database logo
7.1

Critic Ratings

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