5.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Havoc (2005)
Havoc (2005)
Overview
A wealthy Los Angeles teen and her superficial friends wants to break out of suburbia and experience Southern California's "gangsta" lifestyle. But problems arise when the preppies get in over their heads and provoke the wrath of a violent Latino gang. Suddenly, their role-playing seems a little too real.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Neutral
Viewer Rating
5.1
Overview
A wealthy Los Angeles teen and her superficial friends wants to break out of suburbia and experience Southern California's "gangsta" lifestyle. But problems arise when the preppies get in over their heads and provoke the wrath of a violent Latino gang. Suddenly, their role-playing seems a little too real.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film leans left by critically examining the destructive consequences of privileged youth engaging in class tourism and cultural appropriation, highlighting stark social and economic disparities without offering explicit political solutions.
The movie features visible diversity in its cast, driven by a narrative that explores interactions between different racial and socioeconomic groups. It critically frames the actions and privilege of its traditional protagonists, with themes of race, class, and cultural appropriation being central to the story.
Secondary
Havoc includes a same-sex relationship between two main characters, Allison and Emily, as part of their sexual experimentation and rebellious behavior. This depiction is incidental, neither affirming nor problematic, as it serves primarily as an element within their broader chaotic lifestyle rather than a central exploration of LGBTQ+ identity or themes.
Based on the available information, there is insufficient data to evaluate the film's portrayal of transsexual characters or themes. No specific plot points or character arcs related to transsexual identity are mentioned in the provided details, preventing an assessment of its net impact.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Havoc (2005) is an original crime drama film, not an adaptation of existing source material with pre-established characters. Therefore, there are no characters whose gender was changed from a prior canonical depiction.
Havoc (2005) is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of existing material or a biopic. Therefore, its characters do not have a pre-established race from prior canon or history to be swapped from.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.4
5.3
Critic Ratings
4.5
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