7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Waking the Dead (2001)
Waking the Dead (2001)
Overview
A detective team apply new techniques to old crimes as they solve cold cases.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.5
Overview
A detective team apply new techniques to old crimes as they solve cold cases.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's left-leaning rating stems from its sympathetic portrayal of a central character's anti-imperialist, social justice activism, which serves as a moral counterpoint to the protagonist's pragmatic political career and highlights the enduring power of her progressive ideals.
Based on the absence of specific details regarding casting and narrative, the movie is assessed as having a neutral approach to diversity and inclusion. There are no explicit indications of intentional DEI-driven casting or strong DEI themes central to the narrative.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity, specifically Catholicism, in a positive light through characters involved in social justice and humanitarian aid in Nicaragua. Their faith is depicted as a driving force for moral courage and selfless action against oppression, aligning the narrative with the virtues of the faith.
Based on the information provided, 'Waking the Dead' does not contain identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in an N/A rating for its portrayal.
The film "Waking the Dead" (2000) is a romantic drama centered on a man haunted by the memory of his deceased activist girlfriend. There are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the narrative, nor are there any depictions that relate to transgender identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Waking the Dead is an original British crime drama series. It does not adapt pre-existing characters from other media or historical records, nor is it a reboot. Therefore, no characters had a prior established gender that could be swapped.
Waking the Dead is an original British crime drama series. Its characters were created for the show and do not have a pre-existing canonical or historical race from prior source material. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.9
7.2
Critic Ratings
N/A
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