6.4
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Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Seduction of Joe Tynan (1979)
The Seduction of Joe Tynan (1979)
Overview
Respected liberal Senator Joe Tynan is asked to to lead the opposition to a Supreme Court appointment. It means losing an old friend and fudging principles to make the necessary deals, as well as further straining his already part-time family life. But it could be a big boost to his career, so he takes it on. Helping him prepare the case is pretty southern researcher Karen Traynor, and their developing relationship further complicates and compromises his life.
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
6.4
Overview
Respected liberal Senator Joe Tynan is asked to to lead the opposition to a Supreme Court appointment. It means losing an old friend and fudging principles to make the necessary deals, as well as further straining his already part-time family life. But it could be a big boost to his career, so he takes it on. Helping him prepare the case is pretty southern researcher Karen Traynor, and their developing relationship further complicates and compromises his life.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film primarily functions as a character study of a senator's personal and moral struggles within the political system, rather than advocating for or against a specific political ideology. Its neutral rating is due to its focus on the universal human challenges of ambition and integrity, which transcends the left-right political spectrum.
The film features a predominantly white and mainstream cast, consistent with its production era, without intentional recasting of traditional roles for diversity. The narrative centers on a white male protagonist, exploring his personal and political life without critically portraying traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The Seduction of Joe Tynan does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative primarily focuses on a senator's political career and personal relationships, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences present in the storyline.
The film "The Seduction of Joe Tynan" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on political and personal drama, with no elements related to transgender identity or experiences. Therefore, no evaluation of portrayal is applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Seduction of Joe Tynan is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or previous installments. All characters were created for this specific production, meaning no character could have been gender-swapped from an established canon.
This film is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Therefore, its characters do not have prior established racial identities to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.1
5.7
Critic Ratings
7.5
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