4.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The Forgotten (2004)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.8
Overview
Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 8-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created eight years of memories about a son she never had. But when she meets a man who has had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 8-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created eight years of memories about a son she never had. But when she meets a man who has had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's core conflict, an individual battling a powerful, secretive, non-human entity that manipulates reality and memory, lacks a strong inherent political valence. Its resolution, which champions the universal strength of human emotional bonds, further positions it as apolitical.
The film incorporates visible diversity within its supporting cast, featuring a prominent role played by a Black actress. However, its narrative primarily focuses on a psychological thriller plot without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on DEI themes.
Secondary
Based on available plot summaries and character descriptions for 'The Forgotten' (1989) directed by Joseph Ruben, there are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the film's narrative. Therefore, no specific portrayal can be evaluated.
The film 'The Forgotten' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its plot centers on a mother's struggle with memory loss and a mysterious conspiracy, without engaging with transgender identities or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Forgotten (2004) is an original film featuring new characters. It is not an adaptation, reboot, or biopic, and therefore does not contain characters with pre-established genders from source material, previous installments, or real-world history.
The Forgotten (2004) is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Its characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race to deviate from. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.8
5.9
Critic Ratings
3.1
4.3
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