6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Last Starfighter (1984)
The Last Starfighter (1984)
Overview
Video game expert Alex Rogan finds himself transported to another planet after conquering the video game The Last Starfighter, only to find out it was just a test. He was recruited to join the team of best Starfighters to defend their world from the attack.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
Video game expert Alex Rogan finds himself transported to another planet after conquering the video game The Last Starfighter, only to find out it was just a test. He was recruited to join the team of best Starfighters to defend their world from the attack.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's narrative centers on an individual's journey of self-discovery and heroism in the face of an external threat, focusing on universal adventure themes rather than explicit political ideologies.
The movie features traditional casting with a predominantly white cast and no explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. The narrative positively frames the white male protagonist's journey, without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The Last Starfighter (1984) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative centers on a heterosexual protagonist and his romantic interest, with no elements suggesting queer identity or related storylines. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate.
The Last Starfighter (1984) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The film's plot and character arcs are entirely unrelated to gender identity, focusing instead on a science fiction adventure narrative. Therefore, there is no depiction to evaluate regarding its impact on transsexual portrayals.
The film does not feature any female characters engaging in or winning direct physical combat against male opponents. Female characters are primarily in supporting, non-combat roles.
The Last Starfighter (1984) is an original film, not an adaptation or reboot of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canonical gender to be swapped from.
The Last Starfighter (1984) is an original film, not an adaptation or reboot. Its characters were created for this production, meaning there is no prior established race for them to be swapped from.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.7
6.6
Critic Ratings
7.6
6.7
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