5.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Ladykillers (2004)
The Ladykillers (2004)
Overview
An eccentric, if not charming Southern professor and his crew pose as a band in order to rob a casino, all under the nose of his unsuspecting landlord – a sharp old woman.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: High
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
5.8
Overview
An eccentric, if not charming Southern professor and his crew pose as a band in order to rob a casino, all under the nose of his unsuspecting landlord – a sharp old woman.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film subtly champions traditional morality and faith through the unwavering character of Mrs. Munson, whose simple goodness ultimately triumphs over the sophisticated but amoral criminals, leading to their downfall and the symbolic discarding of their ill-gotten gains.
The movie demonstrates significant DEI through its casting, notably by explicitly recasting a traditionally white role with a Black actress. While the narrative features a white male antagonist and a Black female hero, it does not explicitly critique traditional identities or center strong DEI themes in its overall message.
Secondary
The 2004 film is a remake of the 1955 original. Several key characters, including Mrs. Wilberforce, Harry Robinson, and Major Courtney, who were portrayed as white in the original, are depicted by Black and Asian actors in the remake.
The film portrays Marva Munson's devout Christianity as a source of her moral strength and resilience. Despite the criminals' cynical attempts to exploit or mock her faith, the narrative ultimately affirms its virtues, showing how her unwavering piety inadvertently leads to the downfall of her adversaries and her own unexpected reward.
The film 'The Ladykillers' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate, resulting in an N/A rating for its depiction of LGBTQ+ content.
The film 'The Ladykillers' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explore themes related to transsexual identity. The story is entirely centered on a criminal plot and its comedic unraveling, with no elements pertaining to transgender experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 2004 film is a remake of the 1955 original. All major characters, including the elderly landlady and the male criminal gang, retain their established genders from the source material.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.2
6.1
Critic Ratings
5.4
5.6
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