6.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Blades of Glory (2007)
Blades of Glory (2007)
Overview
When a much-publicized ice-skating scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class athletes skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Negative
Viewer Rating
6.5
Overview
When a much-publicized ice-skating scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class athletes skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film primarily focuses on apolitical themes of sports rivalry, redemption, and teamwork. Any potentially political elements, such as challenging gender norms or critiquing corporate greed, are played for comedic effect rather than serious ideological promotion, leading to a neutral rating.
Blades of Glory features a predominantly traditional cast without intentional race or gender swaps for established roles. The narrative focuses on two white male leads, using their personalities and the sport for comedic effect rather than offering a critique of traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
Blades of Glory primarily uses the perception of its male leads as a gay couple for comedic effect. This humor often relies on societal discomfort with male intimacy and stereotypes, positioning the idea of homosexuality as a punchline rather than offering an affirming or even neutral portrayal.
Blades of Glory is a comedy film centered on two male figure skaters. The narrative does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explore themes related to gender identity, resulting in no depiction.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Blades of Glory is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or previous installments. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no established canon gender to be swapped from.
Blades of Glory is an original film with no pre-existing source material or historical figures. All characters were created for this movie, meaning there are no established canonical races to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
6.1
Critic Ratings
7.0
6.4
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