4.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (2008)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.6
Overview
When a celebrated TV show host returns to his hometown in the South, his family is there to remind him that going home is no vacation!
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Negative
Christianity: Positive
Overview
When a celebrated TV show host returns to his hometown in the South, his family is there to remind him that going home is no vacation!
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores universal themes of family, identity, and personal authenticity, contrasting superficial success with the value of one's roots and genuine connections. Its focus on individual growth and family reconciliation rather than political or systemic issues leads to a neutral rating.
The film features a predominantly Black cast, which naturally provides diversity without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. The narrative focuses on family dynamics and personal growth, maintaining a neutral or positive framing of identities without explicit critique of traditional roles.
Secondary
The film features Betty, a masculine-presenting woman, whose appearance and implied identity are a recurring source of humor. The comedy often stems from misgendering and family reactions, framing her gender expression as a punchline. This portrayal, lacking affirming elements, leans towards reinforcing stereotypes rather than validating queer identity.
The film portrays Christianity, specifically the Baptist tradition, as a foundational and generally positive aspect of the Jenkins family's identity and community. While comedic elements arise from family dynamics and church services, the faith itself is depicted as a source of tradition, moral guidance, and communal bonding, treated with respect within the narrative.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its storyline. The film's plot centers on a successful talk show host returning to his Southern family reunion, exploring family relationships and comedic conflicts without engaging with transgender identities or experiences. Consequently, the film receives an N/A rating for its portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins is an original film with no prior source material, historical figures, or legacy characters. All characters were created for this movie, meaning none could have been previously established as a different gender.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical figures, or previous installments from which characters' races could have been established and subsequently changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.5
6.0
Critic Ratings
2.3
4.6
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