7.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Acapulco (2021)
Acapulco (2021)
Overview
In 1984, Maximo Gallardo's dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime at Acapulco's hottest resort, Las Colinas. But he soon realizes that working there will be far more complicated than he ever imagined.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.6
Overview
In 1984, Maximo Gallardo's dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime at Acapulco's hottest resort, Las Colinas. But he soon realizes that working there will be far more complicated than he ever imagined.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The series primarily focuses on apolitical themes of personal ambition, family, and romance, with class differences serving as a backdrop for character challenges rather than a central ideological critique or endorsement.
The series 'Acapulco' naturally features a diverse Latinx cast, reflecting its authentic Mexican setting, rather than through explicit race or gender swaps of traditional roles. Its narrative, a light-hearted comedy, explores themes of class and ambition without explicitly critiquing traditional identities, resulting in a light presence of DEI.
Secondary
The show features a prominent, openly gay character, Don Pablo, who is portrayed with dignity, complexity, and respect. His identity is not a source of ridicule or negative stereotypes, and his past relationships are handled with empathy, contributing to a net positive and affirming representation of LGBTQ+ individuals.
The TV series 'Acapulco' centers on a young man's journey working at a luxury resort in the 1980s. The narrative does not include any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, thus there is no specific portrayal to assess regarding transsexual identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Acapulco is an original series inspired by the film "How to Be a Latin Lover," but it introduces its own set of characters. There are no instances of established characters from prior source material or history being portrayed with a different gender.
Acapulco is an original series with characters created specifically for the show. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment from which characters were adapted and had their race changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.8
7.3
Critic Ratings
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