5.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Species (1995)
Species (1995)
Overview
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Viewer Rating
5.2
Overview
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central conflict, revolving around the ethical implications of genetic engineering and the primal struggle for survival against a dangerous creation, is presented as a generic sci-fi cautionary tale without explicitly promoting a specific political ideology.
The movie features visible diversity within its ensemble cast, including a significant role for a Black male character. However, the narrative primarily focuses on a sci-fi horror premise and does not explicitly critique or negatively portray traditional identities, nor are DEI themes central to the storyline.
Secondary
The film features Sil, an alien-human hybrid, who consistently defeats and kills multiple male opponents through direct physical combat. Her victories are achieved using her superhuman strength, speed, and alien physiology in close-quarters engagements.
The film 'Species' does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative centers on a heterosexual alien's reproductive drive and the scientific team's efforts to contain her, with no elements pertaining to queer identity or experiences.
The film 'Species' (1995) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative centers on a human-alien hybrid's predatory quest for reproduction, with no elements related to gender identity or transition present in the storyline.
Species (1995) is an original film featuring characters created specifically for its narrative. There are no pre-existing source materials, prior installments, or historical figures whose gender was altered for this movie.
Species (1995) is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical basis, or previous installments from which character races could have been established and subsequently changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.9
6.0
Critic Ratings
4.2
4.9
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