5.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Short Circuit 2 (1988)
Short Circuit 2 (1988)
Overview
Robot Johnny 5 moves to the city to help his friend Ben Jahrvi with his toy manufacturing enterprise, only to be manipulated by criminals who want to use him for their own nefarious purposes.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Viewer Rating
5.4
Overview
Robot Johnny 5 moves to the city to help his friend Ben Jahrvi with his toy manufacturing enterprise, only to be manipulated by criminals who want to use him for their own nefarious purposes.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film focuses on a sentient robot's struggle for personhood and against exploitation, resolved through individual ingenuity and the support of friends, rather than explicitly promoting a specific political ideology.
The movie features primarily traditional casting, with a white actor portraying a non-white character, and does not include intentional race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. The narrative focuses on a robot's adventures without explicitly critiquing or centering on traditional identities or DEI themes.
Secondary
The character Ben Jabituya (later Ben Jahrvi) was canonically established as an Indian scientist in the 'Short Circuit' franchise. In 'Short Circuit 2,' this character is portrayed by Fisher Stevens, a white actor, continuing a portrayal that differs from the character's established race.
Short Circuit 2 does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The story primarily revolves around the robot Johnny 5 and his human companions, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences.
Based on available information, "Short Circuit 2" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a sentient robot's adventures, and there is no depiction of transgender identity within the film's plot or character arcs.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Short Circuit 2 is a direct sequel to Short Circuit (1986). The primary returning characters, Johnny 5 and Ben Jabituya, maintain their established genders from the previous installment. No legacy characters were recast with actors of a different gender, nor were any historical figures gender-swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.8
6.2
Critic Ratings
4.3
N/A
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