5.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
We Can Be Heroes (2020)
We Can Be Heroes (2020)
Overview
When alien invaders capture Earth's superheroes, their kids must learn to work together to save their parents - and the planet.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: High
Female Combat: Yes
Viewer Rating
5.8
Overview
When alien invaders capture Earth's superheroes, their kids must learn to work together to save their parents - and the planet.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film focuses on apolitical themes of teamwork, courage, and family, with a diverse cast and a narrative that doesn't explicitly promote either progressive or conservative ideologies. The central conflict and its resolution are typical of family-friendly action-adventure, lacking a strong inherent political valence.
The movie features a highly diverse main cast, including a Latina lead and a varied ensemble of child heroes, indicating intentional DEI-driven casting. The narrative itself does not explicitly critique traditional identities or center on strong DEI themes.
Secondary
The film features Guppy, a young female character with hydrokinetic powers. She repeatedly uses her abilities to create physical water constructs, such as whips and hands, to engage in and win close-quarters physical fights against multiple male opponents, including guards and alien forces.
We Can Be Heroes does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The family-friendly superhero adventure focuses on children saving their parents, with no queer representation present in the narrative.
Based on the available information, there is insufficient data to assess the portrayal of transsexual characters or themes in 'We Can Be Heroes'. No details regarding such depictions were found in the provided movie information, preventing an evaluation of any potential positive, negative, or neutral impacts.
The film introduces a new generation of heroes and their parents. Existing legacy characters like Sharkboy and Lavagirl maintain their original genders. No established characters from prior canon are portrayed with a different gender.
The film features new characters and returning characters from 'The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl'. The returning characters, Sharkboy and Lavagirl, maintain their original race portrayal from the previous installment. No established character's race was altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
4.7
6.0
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7.6
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