4.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Caligula (1979)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.4
Overview
After the death of the paranoid emperor Tiberius, Caligula, his heir, seizes power and plunges the empire into a bloody spiral of madness and depravity.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Negative
Trans: Negative
Overview
After the death of the paranoid emperor Tiberius, Caligula, his heir, seizes power and plunges the empire into a bloody spiral of madness and depravity.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film primarily depicts the historical problem of absolute power leading to extreme tyranny and moral decay, culminating in the violent overthrow of the emperor. It does not explicitly champion a specific political ideology or offer a solution aligned with either progressive or conservative values, focusing instead on universal themes of human nature and power.
The film features traditional casting consistent with its historical Roman setting, without intentional race or gender swaps for diversity. While the narrative portrays powerful male figures negatively, this critique focuses on historical themes of corruption and tyranny rather than modern DEI-driven critiques of traditional identities.
Secondary
"Caligula" depicts same-sex relationships primarily as elements of the emperor's depravity and the Roman court's moral decay. These portrayals are sensationalist and linked to abuse of power and hedonism, rather than offering any affirming or respectful exploration of LGBTQ+ identity. The net impact is problematic.
The film 'Caligula' portrays gender non-conforming behaviors, such as cross-dressing, as integral to the emperor's depravity and tyrannical rule. These acts are consistently linked to his madness and abuse of power, serving to shock and highlight his villainy rather than exploring gender identity with dignity or affirmation. The net impact is overwhelmingly negative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film 'Caligula' is a historical drama depicting real Roman figures. All major historical characters, such as Caligula, Tiberius, and Drusilla, are portrayed on screen with their historically documented gender, with no instances of gender swapping.
The film 'Caligula' is a historical drama set in ancient Rome. All major historical figures depicted, including Caligula, Tiberius, and Caesonia, were historically white and are portrayed by white actors in the film. There are no instances of characters being portrayed by actors of a different race than their historical or canonical background.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.3
6.0
Critic Ratings
1.8
N/A
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