6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Girl Who Played with Fire (2009)
The Girl Who Played with Fire (2009)
Overview
Mikael Blomkvist, publisher of Millennium magazine, has made his living exposing the crooked and corrupt practices of establishment Swedish figures. So when a young journalist approaches him with a meticulously researched thesis about sex trafficking in Sweden and those in high office who abuse underage girls, Blomkvist immediately throws himself into the investigation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
Mikael Blomkvist, publisher of Millennium magazine, has made his living exposing the crooked and corrupt practices of establishment Swedish figures. So when a young journalist approaches him with a meticulously researched thesis about sex trafficking in Sweden and those in high office who abuse underage girls, Blomkvist immediately throws himself into the investigation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's left-leaning bias stems from its central critique of systemic corruption and patriarchal abuse within institutions, championing a marginalized female protagonist who fights for justice against powerful, entrenched interests.
The movie features traditional casting that reflects its Swedish setting and source material, without explicit DEI-driven recasting. However, its narrative strongly and explicitly critiques traditional male identities, particularly those in power, by portraying them as villains and perpetrators of abuse, making this theme central to the story.
Secondary
The film positively portrays Lisbeth Salander's bisexuality as an integral part of her complex character. Her relationships with women are depicted with dignity and normalcy, and her sexual orientation is never a source of conflict or judgment, affirming the worth of queer identity within the narrative.
The film features Lisbeth Salander, who demonstrates her combat skills and agility in a direct physical confrontation against a larger male attacker, ultimately achieving victory in close quarters.
The film "The Girl Who Played with Fire" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on other social and personal issues, such as abuse, corruption, and the protagonist's quest for justice, without incorporating transgender identities or experiences.
The 2009 film adaptation of Stieg Larsson's novel faithfully portrays the established genders of its characters. No significant character from the source material undergoes a gender change in this movie.
This film is a direct adaptation of the Swedish novel and a sequel to the 2009 Swedish film. All major characters are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with their established depiction in the source material and prior installments.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.1
7.0
Critic Ratings
6.9
6.6
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