7.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Make It or Break It (2009)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.4
Overview
Set in the world of competitive gymnastics, the series follows a group of teen Olympic hopefuls as they train for their day in the spotlight.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Set in the world of competitive gymnastics, the series follows a group of teen Olympic hopefuls as they train for their day in the spotlight.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central subject of elite competitive gymnastics is largely apolitical, and its narrative balances themes of individual responsibility and hard work with critiques of systemic pressures and the importance of support, resulting in a neutral ideological stance.
The series features a visibly diverse cast among its main and supporting characters, reflecting a natural mix without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative primarily focuses on the challenges and relationships within competitive gymnastics, maintaining a neutral or positive portrayal of traditional identities without making DEI a central critical theme.
Secondary
Make It or Break It includes a positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes through the character of Kelly Parker. Her storyline features her coming out as lesbian and engaging in a romantic relationship with another female gymnast. This arc is handled respectfully, depicting her identity and relationship with dignity and agency, without relying on negative stereotypes or making her sexuality a source of ridicule or misery.
The television series 'Make It or Break It' centers on the world of competitive gymnastics and the personal lives of its young female athletes. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the show's storyline, resulting in a 'N/A' rating for its portrayal.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Make It or Break It is an original television series, not an adaptation of existing source material or a reboot of a prior work. Therefore, there are no pre-established characters whose gender could have been altered.
Make It or Break It is an original television series, not an adaptation of existing source material or a biopic. All characters were created for the show, meaning there are no pre-established canonical or historical racial portrayals to compare against for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.5
7.6
Critic Ratings
8.0
6.4
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