5.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Deadly Whispers (1995)
Deadly Whispers (1995)
Overview
Tom Acton, a devoted family man, has worked tirelessly in order to achieve success. However, his dreams are shattered when his teenage daughter Kathy engages in an affair with a married man. When Kathy is found murdered, Tom becomes the primary suspect in the case. As he sets his sights on the real killer, long buried secrets bubble to the surface and unlock the truth behind the ghastly murder.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
5.3
Overview
Tom Acton, a devoted family man, has worked tirelessly in order to achieve success. However, his dreams are shattered when his teenage daughter Kathy engages in an affair with a married man. When Kathy is found murdered, Tom becomes the primary suspect in the case. As he sets his sights on the real killer, long buried secrets bubble to the surface and unlock the truth behind the ghastly murder.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
Deadly Whispers is a domestic thriller centered on a murder within a family, and its narrative focuses on individual agency in uncovering the truth and seeking justice, rather than engaging with broader political or ideological themes.
The movie features a predominantly white main cast, consistent with traditional casting practices of its time, and does not appear to include intentional race or gender swaps for traditionally white roles. The narrative focuses on a family drama without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Secondary
The film "Deadly Whispers" does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The plot centers on a murder mystery, and there are no elements related to queer identity or experiences present in the story.
The film 'Deadly Whispers' (1995) does not appear to include any transsexual characters or themes. Therefore, there is no depiction to evaluate regarding its impact on the portrayal of transsexual identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Deadly Whispers (1995) is an original television movie, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a reboot of established characters. Therefore, there are no characters whose gender could have been swapped from a prior canonical or historical depiction.
Deadly Whispers (1995) is an original TV movie, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Therefore, its characters do not have a prior established race to be 'swapped' from, as per the definition.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.6
4.9
Critic Ratings
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