7.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Bros (2022)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.2
Overview
Two emotionally unavailable men attempt a relationship.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Trans: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Two emotionally unavailable men attempt a relationship.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film explicitly promotes progressive ideology by centering LGBTQ+ identity, relationships, and history, critiquing systemic heteronormativity, and celebrating the community's struggle and triumphs.
This film intentionally centers an entirely LGBTQ+ main cast, marking a significant departure from traditional romantic comedy casting. Its narrative explicitly explores the experiences and complexities of the gay community, making themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion central to its storytelling.
Secondary
Bros is a pioneering romantic comedy that authentically portrays the love story of two gay men, Bobby and Aaron. It offers a humorous and heartfelt exploration of modern gay dating, commitment, and identity, featuring a diverse LGBTQ+ cast. The film celebrates queer lives and love with dignity and complexity, making a significant affirming impact.
Bros features multiple transsexual characters, portrayed by trans actors, who are depicted as respected and integral members of the LGBTQ+ community. They serve on a museum board and as friends, contributing to the narrative with dignity and agency. Their trans identity is affirmed as part of their personhood, without being a source of mockery or tragedy, resulting in a net positive and inclusive portrayal.
The film critiques the use of conservative Christian rhetoric to justify homophobia, positioning the audience to condemn bigotry and sympathize with the LGBTQ+ community. By highlighting the harm caused by such interpretations, the narrative implicitly affirms values of acceptance and human dignity over prejudice.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Bros is an original film with characters created specifically for this movie. There are no pre-existing characters from source material, history, or prior installments whose gender could be swapped.
Bros is an original film featuring new characters created for the movie. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical characters whose race could have been altered from prior source material or history.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
6.7
Critic Ratings
8.8
7.2
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