6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Snowpiercer (2020)
Snowpiercer (2020)
Overview
More than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, the remnants of humanity inhabit a gigantic, perpetually-moving train that circles the globe as class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
More than seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, the remnants of humanity inhabit a gigantic, perpetually-moving train that circles the globe as class warfare, social injustice and the politics of survival play out.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly critiques extreme class stratification and systemic oppression, advocating for revolutionary change against an authoritarian, Malthusian system.
The series features a diverse cast, including a Black actor in the lead protagonist role, indicating intentional casting choices. Its narrative centrally critiques class hierarchy and the abuse of power by the privileged elite, framing the struggle of the marginalized as a fight for social justice against oppressive systems.
Secondary
The series "Snowpiercer" consistently portrays LGBTQ+ characters and relationships in a positive and integrated manner. Several main and supporting characters are openly queer, with their same-sex relationships depicted with dignity, complexity, and as sources of support. The show normalizes LGBTQ+ identities, presenting them without prejudice or making them the sole focus of their character arcs.
The television series "Snowpiercer" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or explicitly explore themes related to transsexual identity within its narrative. The show's primary focus is on class struggle, survival, and political intrigue aboard a perpetually moving train.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The show introduces Melanie Cavill, an original female character who initially impersonates the canonically male Wilford. However, Wilford himself (a male character) is later revealed and portrayed as male. No established character from the source material is directly gender-swapped.
The Snowpiercer series introduces new characters and a distinct storyline, rather than directly recasting established characters from the prior film or graphic novel with different races. Characters like Andre Layton are original to the show's continuity.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.9
7.4
Critic Ratings
7.5
5.6
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