7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Where the Bears Are (2012)
Where the Bears Are (2012)
Overview
Three gay bear roommates living together in Los Angeles, attempt to solve the murder of a party guest that turned up dead in their bathtub. Feature-length re-edit of the first season.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.5
Overview
Three gay bear roommates living together in Los Angeles, attempt to solve the murder of a party guest that turned up dead in their bathtub. Feature-length re-edit of the first season.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film is rated Left-Leaning (-1) because its central focus on the lives and relationships of gay men within the 'bear' subculture inherently promotes LGBTQ+ representation and acceptance, aligning with progressive values of diversity and inclusion.
The movie demonstrates significant DEI by exclusively featuring a cast and narrative centered on gay men and their culture. This intentional focus on a specific minority group's experiences and relationships represents a strong and explicit commitment to DEI themes, departing entirely from traditional mainstream portrayals.
Secondary
Where the Bears Are provides an affirming portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters by focusing on the lives, relationships, and community of gay men. It depicts characters with dignity, complexity, and agency, exploring their friendships, romances, and personal journeys within the 'bear' subculture. The film celebrates queer identity and chosen family, offering a validating and supportive view of gay life.
The film 'Where the Bears Are' does not include identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on the experiences of gay men within the bear subculture, exploring their relationships and adventures.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Where the Bears Are" is an original production, not an adaptation of pre-existing material with established characters. All characters were created for this series, therefore no gender swaps occurred.
The film "Where the Bears Are" (2012) is an original production, not an adaptation of pre-existing material with established characters or historical figures. All characters are new to this film, precluding any instance of a race swap as defined.
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