5.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Laundromat (2019)
The Laundromat (2019)
Overview
When a widow gets swindled out of insurance money, her search for answers leads to two cunning lawyers in Panama who hide cash for the superrich.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Neutral
Viewer Rating
5.6
Overview
When a widow gets swindled out of insurance money, her search for answers leads to two cunning lawyers in Panama who hide cash for the superrich.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film explicitly critiques systemic global financial corruption and tax evasion by the wealthy, highlighting the detrimental impact on ordinary citizens and advocating for greater transparency and accountability, which aligns with a progressive anti-capitalist stance.
The movie features a visibly diverse ensemble cast reflecting its global narrative. Its story critically examines the actions of powerful individuals, many of whom are white males, in the context of financial corruption and global exploitation, portraying these figures negatively.
Secondary
The film includes a subplot where a married businessman has a secret affair with a man. This relationship serves as a plot device to highlight themes of infidelity, hypocrisy, and the moral compromises of the wealthy, rather than exploring LGBTQ+ identity in depth. The portrayal is incidental, neither affirming nor denigrating the queer identity itself.
Based on the provided information, there are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in "The Laundromat." Therefore, an assessment of its portrayal of transsexual identity cannot be made, as there is no depiction to evaluate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film features both real historical figures and original characters. All historical figures are portrayed by actors matching their documented gender. Original characters do not have a pre-established gender to swap from.
The film dramatizes real events and people from the Panama Papers. Key real-life figures like Jürgen Mossack and Ramón Fonseca are portrayed by actors whose race aligns with the historical figures. The main fictional character, Ellen Martin, does not qualify for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
6.0
Critic Ratings
4.2
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