7.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Rocketman (2019)
Rocketman (2019)
Overview
The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.6
Overview
The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central narrative celebrates LGBTQ+ identity and self-acceptance in the face of societal pressures, a dominant theme aligning with progressive values, while also addressing mental health and recovery.
The movie accurately portrays the real-life individuals involved, resulting in a predominantly white main cast without explicit race or gender swaps. Its narrative centers on the personal journey of a gay protagonist, exploring themes of self-acceptance and identity, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
Rocketman offers a largely positive and affirming portrayal of an LGBTQ+ character. It delves into Elton John's complex journey of self-discovery, fame, and addiction, framing his queer identity with dignity and agency. Despite depicting struggles and an abusive relationship, the film ultimately celebrates his authenticity and self-acceptance, positioning obstacles as external rather than inherent to his sexuality.
Rocketman does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative centers on Elton John's journey of self-discovery, his struggles with his gay identity, fame, and addiction, without engaging with transsexual experiences or issues.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Rocketman is a biopic depicting the life of Elton John and the real historical figures around him. All major characters are portrayed on screen with the same gender as their historical counterparts, with no instances of gender swapping.
Rocketman is a biopic depicting the life of Elton John and the real historical figures around him. All major characters, including Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and John Reid, are portrayed by actors of the same race as their historical counterparts. No race swaps are present.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.3
7.3
Critic Ratings
8.9
6.9
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