6.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
The DL Chronicles (2007)
The DL Chronicles (2007)
Overview
The DL Chronicles is a series of short stories about men of color who lead double sex lives. Episode; Wes introduces us to Wes Thomas, an upwardly mobile real estate banker who is overwhelmed by the demands of his marriage, career, and closeted attraction to men. When Wes' sexy but ambivalent brother- in-law stops in for an unexpected stay, he is directly faced with temptation and ultimately falls for the forbidden fruit.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Viewer Rating
6.3
Overview
The DL Chronicles is a series of short stories about men of color who lead double sex lives. Episode; Wes introduces us to Wes Thomas, an upwardly mobile real estate banker who is overwhelmed by the demands of his marriage, career, and closeted attraction to men. When Wes' sexy but ambivalent brother- in-law stops in for an unexpected stay, he is directly faced with temptation and ultimately falls for the forbidden fruit.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film explicitly promotes progressive ideology by centering the experiences of "down low" Black men, exploring the complexities of marginalized sexual identities, and critiquing societal pressures that enforce secrecy. It champions understanding and acceptance of diverse forms of self-expression.
The series centers its casting and narrative on the experiences of Black men navigating complex issues of sexuality and identity, specifically exploring the 'down low' phenomenon. This approach intentionally highlights a marginalized community and critiques traditional societal expectations regarding masculinity and heteronormativity.
Secondary
The DL Chronicles is an anthology series that offers a nuanced and empathetic exploration of Black men living 'on the down low.' It delves into their complex identities, relationships, and the societal pressures that shape their hidden lives, providing visibility and dignity to often-marginalized experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
The series frequently portrays Christianity, particularly within Black American communities, as a source of judgment and hypocrisy. Religious institutions and family members often contribute to the 'down low' phenomenon by creating an environment where same-sex relationships are condemned, forcing characters to hide their true identities. The narrative generally critiques these rigid interpretations, sympathizing with the characters' struggles against such societal and religious pressures.
The DL Chronicles, an anthology series focusing on Black men who lead double lives, does not feature identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative scope. The series primarily explores issues related to gay and bisexual men, masculinity, and secrecy.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The DL Chronicles is an original anthology series featuring new characters created for the show. There are no pre-existing characters from source material, history, or prior installments whose gender could have been swapped.
The DL Chronicles is an original dramatic series from 2007, not an adaptation of pre-existing material with established characters or historical figures. Therefore, no characters could have been canonically or historically established as a different race prior to this production.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
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5.5
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