8.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Stranger (2017)
Stranger (2017)
Overview
Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.
Starring Cast
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NetflixRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
8.3
Overview
Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis critiques systemic corruption and the abuse of power by political and corporate elites, aligning with progressive values of accountability and social justice. While the solution emphasizes individual integrity, the primary focus on challenging entrenched power structures places it as left-leaning.
This South Korean production features a diverse, all-Korean main cast, which is traditional for its country of origin rather than an explicit DEI-driven recasting of traditionally white roles. The narrative primarily focuses on themes of corruption and justice within the legal system, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The film 'Stranger, 2017' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its storyline. Consequently, there is no specific portrayal of queer identity or related issues to evaluate, leading to a net impact assessment of N/A.
Currently, there is not enough information to assess the film's portrayal of transsexual characters or themes. The provided details do not include any plot points or character arcs that would allow for an evaluation of its net impact, thus preventing a determination of positive, negative, or neutral representation.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Stranger (Secret Forest) is an original South Korean series, not an adaptation or reboot of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this show, thus there are no instances of characters being portrayed with a different gender than their established canonical or historical baseline.
Stranger (Secret Forest) is an original South Korean drama series. Its characters were created for the show and do not have prior canonical or historical racial depictions that could be altered, thus precluding a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.4
8.3
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