7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Mask (1994)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle. Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell, whose goons get blamed for the heist.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle. Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell, whose goons get blamed for the heist.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central themes of personal transformation, wish fulfillment, and a fantastical crime plot do not align with or explicitly promote any specific political ideology, resulting in a neutral rating.
The movie features a predominantly traditional cast without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative focuses on a fantasy comedy plot, not engaging in explicit critiques of traditional identities or centering strong DEI themes.
Secondary
The film 'The Mask' does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative primarily focuses on the heterosexual romantic pursuits of the protagonist and his comedic adventures, without touching upon queer identities or experiences.
The film 'The Mask' (1994) does not contain any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The titular character's occasional gender-bending for comedic effect is part of his chaotic, cartoonish persona and does not delve into gender identity or transsexual experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film adapts the comic book character Stanley Ipkiss, who remains male, consistent with the source material. Other main characters are original to the film, thus no prior gender to swap.
The film "The Mask" (1994) is an adaptation of a comic book series. The main character, Stanley Ipkiss, who was established as white in the comics, is portrayed by a white actor. Other significant characters were either original to the film or their race remained consistent with prior depictions. No instances of a race swap were identified.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.0
7.0
Critic Ratings
8.1
5.9
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