6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Thalaikoothal (2023)
Thalaikoothal (2023)
Overview
A man's long battle to save his comatose father is met with financial obstacles, and with his family suggesting euthanasia as the best possible option, his hopes of his father coming back to normalcy are tested.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
A man's long battle to save his comatose father is met with financial obstacles, and with his family suggesting euthanasia as the best possible option, his hopes of his father coming back to normalcy are tested.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central conflict critiques the harmful traditional practice of Thalaikoothal, advocating for the dignity and right to life of the elderly, which aligns with progressive values of challenging oppressive societal norms.
The movie features an Indian cast that aligns with its cultural setting, without explicit DEI-driven casting or recasting of traditionally white roles. Its narrative focuses on critiquing a specific cultural practice rather than explicitly portraying traditional identities negatively or making a strong, explicit DEI critique central to the story.
Secondary
The film 'Thalaikoothal' is a social drama centered on the traditional practice of senicide and family dynamics. Based on available plot summaries and reviews, there are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the narrative.
Based on the information provided, there is insufficient data to evaluate the film's portrayal of transsexual characters or themes. No plot details or character descriptions are available to determine their presence or the nature of their depiction, making a comprehensive assessment impossible at this time.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
There is no information indicating that "Thalaikoothal" is an adaptation or features characters previously established in other media or history. The film appears to be an original work, and its characters are not identified as gender-swapped versions of pre-existing figures.
The film "Thalaikoothal" is an original production from 2023, and no prior source material, historical figures, or previous adaptations are indicated. Therefore, its characters do not have a pre-established race to be swapped from.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
6.3
Critic Ratings
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