5.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Angels & Demons (2009)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.5
Overview
Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is recruited by the Vatican to investigate the apparent return of the Illuminati – a secret, underground organization – after four cardinals are kidnapped on the night of the papal conclave.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is recruited by the Vatican to investigate the apparent return of the Illuminati – a secret, underground organization – after four cardinals are kidnapped on the night of the papal conclave.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film critiques the historical conflict between science and religion and institutional secrecy within the Catholic Church, but ultimately champions a solution of reform and finding common ground, rather than promoting one ideology over the other. It critiques the destructive extremes of both religious zealotry and anti-religious vengeance.
The movie features a predominantly traditional and mainstream cast, with no intentional race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative does not critique traditional identities, nor does it incorporate explicit DEI themes, focusing instead on a conflict between science and religion.
Secondary
The character of the Assassin, described as Middle Eastern in the source novel, is portrayed by a white actor in the film, which constitutes a race swap.
The film, despite depicting internal corruption and historical conflicts, ultimately portrays the Catholic Church as a venerable institution under attack, with heroes working to save it. It emphasizes the resilience of faith and condemns the extremist actions taken against it.
Angels & Demons does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The plot is entirely centered on a Vatican-related mystery and action, rendering the LGBTQ+ portrayal N/A.
The film "Angels & Demons" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its plot is centered on a thriller narrative involving the Catholic Church and a secret society, with no elements related to transgender identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film "Angels & Demons" is a direct adaptation of Dan Brown's novel. All major characters, including Robert Langdon, Vittoria Vetra, and the Camerlengo, maintain the same gender as established in the source material. No character's gender was altered for the screen adaptation.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.7
6.7
Critic Ratings
3.6
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