4.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Bride (1985)
The Bride (1985)
Overview
Doctor Frankenstein creates a mate for his monster, a woman called Eva, who promptly rejects the male creature. In turn, the doctor becomes obsessed with Eva, and tries to make her a perfect Victorian woman.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Race Swap: Yes
Viewer Rating
4.1
Overview
Doctor Frankenstein creates a mate for his monster, a woman called Eva, who promptly rejects the male creature. In turn, the doctor becomes obsessed with Eva, and tries to make her a perfect Victorian woman.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values, particularly through its portrayal of female autonomy and self-determination in the face of patriarchal control, and its empathetic depiction of the marginalized 'other'.
The movie features a biracial actress in the central role of the Bride, departing from the traditional portrayal of the character. Its narrative explores themes of autonomy and self-determination as the Bride seeks independence from her male creator, critiquing traditional power dynamics.
Secondary
The character of Eva, the female creature, was previously depicted as white in the iconic 1935 film "Bride of Frankenstein." In this 1985 adaptation, the role is played by Jennifer Beals, who is biracial (white and Black), constituting a race swap.
The film "The Bride, 1985" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on Dr. Frankenstein, his creation Eva, and the monster Viktor's experiences, with no elements related to queer identity or relationships.
The film "The Bride, 1985" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. The story focuses on Dr. Frankenstein's creation of a female companion for his monster, with no elements related to transgender identity or experiences. Therefore, the film receives an N/A rating for its portrayal of transsexual characters and themes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film adapts Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, featuring both a male creature (Viktor) and a female creature (Eva). While the female creature is a central figure, her gender aligns with her intended portrayal in the source material as the male creature's companion. No established character's gender was changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.4
5.3
Critic Ratings
2.7
3.0
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