7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Friend Zone (2019)
Friend Zone (2019)
Overview
Two best friends who wind up in the friend zone navigate a series of failed relationships through the years — until sparks finally fly.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Viewer Rating
7.2
Overview
Two best friends who wind up in the friend zone navigate a series of failed relationships through the years — until sparks finally fly.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter and its problem/solution framework are entirely focused on apolitical, universal themes of friendship and romance, with no discernible political messaging or ideological promotion.
The movie features a diverse cast from a global perspective, consistent with its origin as a Thai production. Its narrative focuses on romantic comedy themes without critiquing traditional identities or explicitly incorporating DEI themes.
Secondary
The film includes a prominent openly gay supporting character, Ted, who is portrayed respectfully as a loyal friend. His sexuality is presented without prejudice or as a source of conflict, serving primarily as an incidental aspect of his character rather than a central theme. The portrayal neither strongly uplifts nor denigrates LGBTQ+ identity.
The film 'Friend Zone' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding its impact on transsexual representation.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Friend Zone (2019) is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or legacy characters. All characters were created for this specific production, thus precluding any gender swaps from established canon.
Friend Zone (2019) is an original Thai film and not an adaptation of pre-existing material with established character races. Therefore, there are no prior canonical or historical racial depictions to compare against for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.2
7.2
Critic Ratings
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