8.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Portlandia (2011)
Portlandia (2011)
Overview
Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern culture.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Buddhism: Negative
Viewer Rating
8.0
Overview
Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern culture.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
Portlandia receives a neutral rating because it primarily functions as a comedic satire of a specific, left-leaning urban subculture, rather than promoting or critiquing political ideologies. The show's humor derives from observing and exaggerating cultural trends without advocating for a particular political stance or solution.
Portlandia, a sketch comedy series, features a visible range of characters and guest stars, though its casting choices are driven by comedic intent rather than explicit DEI-focused representation. The narrative satirizes various cultural behaviors and attitudes, including those often associated with traditional identities, through humor and observation rather than explicit negative portrayal or a central DEI critique.
Secondary
Portlandia features LGBTQ+ characters, most notably the implied lesbian couple Candace and Toni. While the show satirizes various subcultures, its portrayal of queer identity is generally incidental. The humor derives from character eccentricities and social observations, not from their sexual orientation, resulting in a neutral net impact on LGBTQ+ themes.
The show satirizes the superficial adoption of Buddhist and New Age spiritual practices by Portland residents, often portraying them as performative, misunderstood, or used for self-aggrandizement rather than genuine spiritual growth.
Portlandia, a sketch comedy series, does not include identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. While the show frequently employs gender-bending for comedic effect, such as male actors portraying female characters, these instances do not constitute a portrayal of transsexual identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Portlandia is an original sketch comedy series featuring new characters created for the show. There are no pre-existing characters from source material, prior installments, or history whose gender could be swapped.
Portlandia is an original sketch comedy series featuring new characters created for the show. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical characters from other source material whose race could be swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.8
7.0
Critic Ratings
9.4
7.6
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