4.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Empire (2002)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.5
Overview
Big time drug dealer Victor Rosa is looking to get out of the game and sees his chance with a big deal with a new friend who happens to be a Wall St. stockbroker. Thinking this will be his chance to go out on top, Victor soon finds out that he's been double crossed and his last option is to get revenge.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Big time drug dealer Victor Rosa is looking to get out of the game and sees his chance with a big deal with a new friend who happens to be a Wall St. stockbroker. Thinking this will be his chance to go out on top, Victor soon finds out that he's been double crossed and his last option is to get revenge.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film critiques the corrupting influence of wealth and power, drawing parallels between the ruthlessness of the criminal underworld and corporate finance, which aligns with left-leaning critiques of systemic issues and the 'American Dream'.
The movie features a diverse cast, including a Hispanic lead, which reflects its urban setting. While some traditional identities are portrayed in negative roles, this is driven by individual character actions within the crime drama rather than an explicit critique of traditional identities or a central DEI narrative.
Secondary
The movie 'Empire' does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative, which centers on a drug dealer's efforts to transition into legitimate business. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding LGBTQ+ representation.
The film "Empire" (2002) is a crime drama centered on a drug dealer's attempt to legitimize his business. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the narrative, thus the portrayal is not applicable to the rubric.
The film is a crime drama centered on male characters involved in the drug trade. Female characters primarily serve in dramatic supporting roles. There are no scenes depicting a female character engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents.
The film "Empire" (2002) is an original crime drama and not an adaptation, biopic, or reboot of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this specific film, meaning there are no prior canonical or historical gender baselines to compare against.
The film "Empire" (2002) is an original crime drama and not an adaptation of pre-existing source material with established characters. Therefore, no characters from prior canon or history had their race changed for this production.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.9
6.1
Critic Ratings
2.1
3.8
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