8.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Manhattan (2014)
Manhattan (2014)
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the greatest clandestine race against time in the history of science with the mission to build the world's first atomic bomb in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Flawed scientists and their families attempt to co-exist in a world where secrets and lies infiltrate every aspect of their lives.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.0
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the greatest clandestine race against time in the history of science with the mission to build the world's first atomic bomb in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Flawed scientists and their families attempt to co-exist in a world where secrets and lies infiltrate every aspect of their lives.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
Manhattan explores the complexities of human relationships, personal anxieties, and the search for meaning in an urban setting. The film's focus on individual struggles and existential themes, rather than political ideologies or societal critiques, positions it as neutral.
The series 'Manhattan' features a cast that largely reflects the historical demographics of its World War II setting, with no explicit recasting of traditional roles for diversity. Its narrative explores the complex ethical and personal dilemmas of its characters without critiquing traditional identities, focusing instead on the broader themes of scientific responsibility and wartime pressures.
Secondary
The show 'Manhattan' features Joey Isaacs, a gay character whose identity and relationship highlight the severe societal prejudice and security risks faced by LGBTQ+ individuals during the 1940s. The narrative portrays Joey with dignity and complexity, framing the obstacles he encounters as external forces rather than inherent flaws, thus offering an empathetic and affirming depiction of his experience.
The series portrays Jewish characters, such as Frank Winter, within the historical context of World War II. The narrative implicitly condemns anti-Semitism by depicting the challenges faced by these characters and eliciting audience sympathy for their experiences, aligning with the dignity of the faith.
The historical drama series 'Manhattan' centers on the scientists and their families involved in the Manhattan Project during World War II. The narrative does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explore related themes within its storyline, thus rendering the portrayal N/A.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The historical drama series "Manhattan" features both real historical figures and original fictional characters. All historical figures maintain their documented genders, and the original characters were created for the show, thus lacking a prior canonical gender to swap from.
The show 'Manhattan' is an original historical drama featuring both real historical figures and fictional characters. All historical figures depicted are portrayed by actors of the same race as the real individuals. Fictional characters are original to the series, thus their race cannot be 'swapped' from prior canon.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.7
7.1
Critic Ratings
9.1
7.9
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