4.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Monster-in-Law (2005)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.2
Overview
Office temp Charlotte Cantilini thinks she's found Mr. Right when she starts dating gorgeous surgeon Dr. Kevin Fields. But there's a problem standing in the way of everlasting bliss: Kevin's overbearing and controlling mother, Viola. Fearing she'll lose her son's affections forever, Viola decides to break up the happy couple by becoming the world's worst mother-in-law.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Overview
Office temp Charlotte Cantilini thinks she's found Mr. Right when she starts dating gorgeous surgeon Dr. Kevin Fields. But there's a problem standing in the way of everlasting bliss: Kevin's overbearing and controlling mother, Viola. Fearing she'll lose her son's affections forever, Viola decides to break up the happy couple by becoming the world's worst mother-in-law.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter of interpersonal family dynamics in a romantic comedy is inherently apolitical, and its resolution focuses on individual acceptance and compromise rather than promoting any specific political ideology.
The film features visible diversity in its main and supporting cast, including a Latina lead and a Black supporting actress. However, these roles do not appear to be explicit race swaps of traditionally white characters, and the narrative does not explicitly critique or negatively portray traditional identities.
Secondary
The film features Remy, a character coded as gay through stereotypical traits, who serves as a supporting comedic role. His portrayal is incidental, neither affirming nor overtly denigrating, as his identity is not central to the plot and is presented without explicit exploration or commentary.
The romantic comedy 'Monster-in-Law' focuses on the conflict between a prospective bride and her future mother-in-law. The movie does not feature any transsexual characters, themes, or plot points, leading to a net impact rating of N/A.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Monster-in-Law is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a historical depiction. All characters were created for this film, meaning there are no established canonical or historical genders to be swapped.
Monster-in-Law is an original film from 2005, not an adaptation of existing source material or based on historical figures. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race to establish a baseline for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.6
6.2
Critic Ratings
1.9
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