Apple TVDickinson (2019)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.1
Overview
Emily Dickinson. Poet. Daughter. Total rebel. In this coming-of-age story, Emily’s determined to become the world's greatest poet.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVBias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Overview
Emily Dickinson. Poet. Daughter. Total rebel. In this coming-of-age story, Emily’s determined to become the world's greatest poet.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series explicitly promotes progressive ideology by centering on Emily Dickinson's struggle against patriarchal societal norms, her pursuit of artistic and personal freedom, and its prominent exploration of LGBTQ+ themes.
The series actively incorporates diverse casting, featuring prominent minority actors in a historical setting, and explores themes of gender, sexuality, and race. Its narrative explicitly critiques 19th-century societal norms, particularly patriarchy and heteronormativity, while championing marginalized voices and experiences.
Secondary
Dickinson offers a strongly positive and affirming portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes, primarily through the central, passionate, and complex romantic relationship between Emily Dickinson and Sue Gilbert. Their love is depicted with dignity and agency, serving as a core narrative element and inspiration for Emily's poetry, consistently validated against historical societal constraints.
The show consistently critiques the rigid, patriarchal, and often hypocritical societal norms derived from 19th-century Protestant Christianity, portraying them as oppressive to individual freedom, particularly for women and artistic expression. While individual characters may find solace, the overarching narrative highlights its restrictive nature.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The show "Dickinson" is a historical comedy-drama based on the life of Emily Dickinson and features real historical figures. All major characters, including Emily Dickinson, her family, and historical acquaintances, are portrayed with their historically documented genders.
The series features historical figures like Emily Dickinson and her family, all of whom are portrayed by actors matching their historical race. While the show includes original characters of color, no historically established characters are depicted as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.7
8.5
Critic Ratings
9.2
7.2
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