6.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2015)
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2015)
Overview
As the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues his expansionist dream of opening a second hotel.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Hinduism: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.2
Overview
As the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues his expansionist dream of opening a second hotel.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film focuses on universal human experiences of aging, relationships, and personal fulfillment, consciously avoiding explicit political commentary or ideological promotion, leading to a neutral rating.
The movie features a visibly diverse cast due to its Indian setting and prominent Indian characters, though its primary British roles are traditionally cast. The narrative focuses on character-driven stories and relationships, presenting traditional identities neutrally or positively without a central DEI critique.
Secondary
The film features Mrs. Kapoor, Sonny's mother, who reveals her lesbian identity and long-term relationship. Her coming out is met with acceptance, and she is portrayed with dignity and complexity. The depiction is affirming, presenting her queer identity as a natural and positive aspect of her life, without mockery or negative stereotypes.
The film portrays Hinduism as a vibrant and integral part of Indian culture, showcasing its rituals, festivals, and spiritual depth with respect and appreciation, particularly through the elaborate wedding ceremony.
The film 'The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' does not feature any transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on the lives and relationships of British retirees in India, without engaging with transgender identity in any capacity, resulting in no depiction to evaluate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film is a direct sequel, continuing the stories of characters established in the first installment. All returning characters maintain their original gender, and new characters are original to this film without prior gender-specific canon.
The film is a direct sequel with original characters established in the first installment. No characters were previously defined as a different race in source material, prior films, or history, and then portrayed as another race in this movie.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.5
6.4
Critic Ratings
6.7
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