7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Drama • 2004 • 170 min • Teen (13+)
The Aviator (2004)
The Aviator (2004)
Overview
A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Starring Cast
Leonardo DiCaprio • Cate Blanchett • Kate Beckinsale
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
7.8
Overview
A biopic depicting the life of filmmaker and aviation pioneer Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947, during which time he became a successful film producer and an aviation magnate, while simultaneously growing more unstable due to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Starring Cast
Leonardo DiCaprio • Cate Blanchett • Kate Beckinsale
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
Political: Leans Right
Confidence: High
The film celebrates the individual genius and entrepreneurial spirit of Howard Hughes, portraying his relentless fight against both personal struggles and external corporate and governmental obstacles through sheer individual will and innovation, aligning with right-leaning themes.
Diversity: Low
Confidence: High
The film features a predominantly traditional cast, accurately reflecting the historical figures and era it portrays, without intentional race or gender swaps. Its narrative focuses on the biographical journey of a prominent historical figure, exploring his personal struggles and ambitions rather than engaging with explicit DEI themes or critiquing traditional identities.
Secondary
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
The film 'The Aviator' focuses on the life of Howard Hughes, his career, and his relationships with women. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes presented within the narrative, leading to a determination of N/A for LGBTQ+ portrayal.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The film 'The Aviator' focuses on the life of Howard Hughes, his career, relationships, and struggles with OCD. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present within the narrative.
Female Combat: N/R
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
The Aviator is a biographical film depicting real historical figures. All major characters, such as Howard Hughes, Katharine Hepburn, and Ava Gardner, are portrayed on screen with their historically documented gender, without any changes.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
The Aviator is a biopic depicting real historical figures, all of whom were white. The actors cast in these roles align with the historical record, portraying characters of the same race. No instances of race swapping were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.2
Critic Ratings
8.6
7.7
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