Philadelphia

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100
Total warning time: 2m 45s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 40/100 (1m 15s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:45:30 - 00:46:00] Brief scene with a shirtless man in a hospital bed.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:20:15 - 01:21:00] Mild romantic scene with kissing.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:30:45 - 00:31:00] Brief mention of medication for HIV treatment.
Violence: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (1m)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:55:20 - 00:55:50] Verbal confrontation with raised voices.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:30:10 - 01:30:40] Emotional courtroom scene with intense dialogue.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:25:10 - 00:25:15] Use of the word 'damn'.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:05:30 - 01:05:35] Use of the word 'hell'.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [01:45:20 - 01:45:25] Use of the word 'fuck'.
Philadelphia
Year: 1993
Certificate: UA
Runtime: 125 min
Genre: Drama
IMDB: 7.7
Meta Score: 66
Votes: 224169
Gross: 77,324,422
Director: Jonathan Demme
Stars: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington, Roberta Maxwell, Buzz Kilman
Overview: When a man with HIV is fired by his law firm because of his condition, he hires a homophobic small time lawyer as the only willing advocate for a wrongful dismissal suit.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of the movie Philadelphia (1993)?
A: Philadelphia (1993) follows the story of Andrew Beckett, a talented lawyer played by Tom Hanks, who is unjustly fired from his firm after his employers discover he has AIDS. He hires a homophobic lawyer, Joe Miller (Denzel Washington), to sue his former firm for discrimination, leading to a powerful courtroom drama that addresses prejudice and the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS.
Q: Who are the main actors in Philadelphia (1993)?
A: The main actors in Philadelphia (1993) include Tom Hanks as Andrew Beckett, Denzel Washington as Joe Miller, Roberta Maxwell as Judge Tate, and Buzz Kilman as Jury Foreman.
Q: Did Tom Hanks win an Oscar for his role in Philadelphia (1993)?
A: Yes, Tom Hanks won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Andrew Beckett in Philadelphia (1993). His performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and authenticity.
Q: What themes does Philadelphia (1993) explore?
A: Philadelphia (1993) explores themes of discrimination, homophobia, the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS, and the fight for justice and equality. It highlights the personal and societal struggles faced by individuals with AIDS during the early years of the epidemic.
Q: Is Philadelphia (1993) based on a true story?
A: While Philadelphia (1993) is not based on one specific true story, it was inspired by real-life legal cases and the experiences of individuals who faced discrimination due to HIV/AIDS in the workplace during the 1980s and early 1990s.