5.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Watchers (1988)
Watchers (1988)
Overview
A boy takes in a stray dog, later finding out that it's an ultra-intelligent runaway from a genetic research lab. Unbeknownst to him, the dog is being stalked by another escaped creature that's not quite so friendly.
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
5.4
Overview
A boy takes in a stray dog, later finding out that it's an ultra-intelligent runaway from a genetic research lab. Unbeknownst to him, the dog is being stalked by another escaped creature that's not quite so friendly.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film centers on the dangers of unchecked scientific experimentation by a secret government agency and the individual struggle for survival against its creations, without explicitly promoting a particular political ideology or offering a systemic solution.
The movie features a predominantly white and male main cast, consistent with traditional casting prevalent during its release. The narrative does not appear to critique traditional identities or incorporate explicit DEI themes, focusing instead on its core horror/sci-fi plot.
Secondary
The film "Watchers, 1988" does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The story focuses on sci-fi horror elements without engaging with queer identities or experiences.
The film 'Watchers, 1988' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a genetically engineered dog and a creature, with no elements suggesting a portrayal of transgender identity. Therefore, the net impact is N/A due to no depiction.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The 1988 film "Watchers" is an adaptation of Dean Koontz's novel. A review of the main characters from the source material and their portrayal in the film reveals no instances where a character's established gender was changed.
Based on a comparison between the source novel by Dean Koontz and the 1988 film adaptation, no major characters who were canonically established as one race were portrayed by actors of a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.4
5.3
Critic Ratings
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