IndieWire

IndieWire is a reputable news source that provides comprehensive coverage of the entertainment industry, including film and television news, reviews, and award coverage. The site maintains a neutral and objective stance in its reporting while also offering in-depth industry analysis and breaking news. However, there are some instances of deceptive practices found in the articles.

92%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

98%

Examples:

  • IndieWire appears to have a strong focus on providing in-depth industry reporting and analysis, as well as breaking news and award coverage. This suggests a commitment to accurate and comprehensive journalism.

Conflicts of Interest

98%

Examples:

  • However, it should be noted that some articles mention the connections between certain filmmakers or actors and IndieWire's parent company, Penske Media Corp.
  • There are no clear instances of conflicts of interest found in the articles. IndieWire appears to maintain a neutral and objective stance in its reporting.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • However, these contradictions do not seem to be major or frequent enough to significantly impact the overall reliability of IndieWire's reporting.
  • There are instances of contradictions found in the articles, such as information about box office returns and opening weekend numbers for 'Horizon: Keevin Costner's Blue Cowboy Hat', the release dates for 'MaXXXine' and other A24 films, as well as information about how streaming services have affected advertising.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • Examples include:
  • - The description for 'The Boys' Season 4 Review: New Season Is Extra Brutal', which seems to exaggerate the level of brutality in the show.
  • - The headline for 'MaxXXine' Review: Ti West and Mia Goth Crush A24's 'X' Finale', which suggests a closer connection between the film and A24 than is actually present.
  • There are a few instances of deceptive practices found in the articles, such as the use of misleading headlines or descriptions.

Recent Articles

  • Horizon: An American Saga - Uncovering Authenticity and Complexities Through Costumes and Historical Context

    Horizon: An American Saga - Uncovering Authenticity and Complexities Through Costumes and Historical Context

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 Horizon: An American Saga, a $38-50 million four-part Western series by Kevin Costner, explores the complexities of the Civil War era expansion and settlement of the American West. The show delves into Native American representation, strife between tribes, and Western expansion with authentic costumes and intricate details. Despite underperforming at the box office, Horizon offers a nuanced exploration of this tumultuous time in history through its extended run on television.
  • MaXXXine: Ti West's Thrilling Conclusion to the X Trilogy Explores the Dark Side of Fame and Survival

    MaXXXine: Ti West's Thrilling Conclusion to the X Trilogy Explores the Dark Side of Fame and Survival

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 In MaXXXine, director Ti West concludes his X trilogy with a thrilling exploration of sex, violence, and fame. Set in 1985 Hollywood, Mia Goth's Maxine pursues stardom despite past trauma and unseen enemies. A dark commentary on ambition and the price of celebrity featuring an all-star cast including Kevin Bacon, Elizabeth Debicki, Lily Collins, Bobby Cannavale, Michelle Monaghan, and Giancarlo Esposito. MaXXXine releases in theaters July 5th.
  • AMPAS Invites 487 New Members, Focusing on Diversity: Meet Lily Gladstone, Ben LeClair, Moses Bwayo and Other Notable Invitees

    AMPAS Invites 487 New Members, Focusing on Diversity: Meet Lily Gladstone, Ben LeClair, Moses Bwayo and Other Notable Invitees

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) invited 487 new members, focusing on diversity: 44% women, 41% underrepresented ethnicities, and representatives from 56 countries. Notable invitees include actor-writer-director Lily Gladstone, producer Ben LeClair, documentarian Moses Bwayo; Oscar nominees and winners among them. The Academy aims to address past criticisms for lack of diversity with this class of 71 nominees and 19 winners.
  • Disney/Pixar's Inside Out 2: New Emotions and Friends in Riley's Mind

    Disney/Pixar's Inside Out 2: New Emotions and Friends in Riley's Mind

    Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 Disney/Pixar's Inside Out 2 projects a domestic box office opening between $85-115 million, with strong audience demand and favorable pre-sales. The film explores Riley's emotional journey, featuring new emotions Anxiety, Embarrassment, Ennui, and Envy. With no direct competition during its release and high audience scores from Bad Boys: Ride or Die starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, Inside Out 2 is poised for success.
  • The Boys: Showrunner Eric Kripke Announces Final Season for Amazon Original Series

    The Boys: Showrunner Eric Kripke Announces Final Season for Amazon Original Series

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Amazon's hit original series 'The Boys', led by Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) and focusing on vigilante fighters against rogue superheroes, will conclude with its fifth season. Showrunner Eric Kripke announced the news, met with fan reactions. Season 5 was planned since inception, currently being written for shooting from November 2024 to mid-2025. The Boys universe expands with spinoffs like Gen V and Diabolical.
  • Unconventional Crime Fighter: Richard Linklater's 'Hit Man' Explores the Complexities of Reality and Morality with Glen Powell

    Unconventional Crime Fighter: Richard Linklater's 'Hit Man' Explores the Complexities of Reality and Morality with Glen Powell

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 In Netflix's 'Hit Man,' directed by Richard Linklater, university professor Gary Johnson (Glen Powell) poses as a hit man to lure suspects and make arrests, showcasing the director's unique storytelling abilities and challenging perceptions of reality and morality. Glen Powell delivers a compelling performance in this departure from his usual roles.
  • Sean Baker's 'The 2024 Cannes Film Festival Win': Notable Victories

    Sean Baker's 'The 2024 Cannes Film Festival Win': Notable Victories

    Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 Sean Baker's film wins big at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
  • Mohammad Rasoulof's New Film: An Unveiling of Iranian Cinema

    Mohammad Rasoulof's New Film: An Unveiling of Iranian Cinema

    Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof's new film explores societal issues through compelling storytelling.
  • Megalopolis: Francis Ford Coppola's Ambitious Roman Epic Premieres at Cannes

    Megalopolis: Francis Ford Coppola's Ambitious Roman Epic Premieres at Cannes

    Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024 Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited film, Megalopolis, premiered at Cannes in 2024 to widespread acclaim. Set in modern America as a Roman epic fable, it follows artist Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver) and his utopian vision opposed by lover Julia Cicero (Nathalie Emmanuel) and others. Shot using Imax technology, Megalopolis explores power, ambition, and humanity's future with an ambitious scope.
  • Wicked: Part One - Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's Unlikely Friendship in the Upcoming Film Adaptation of the Broadway Musical

    Wicked: Part One - Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's Unlikely Friendship in the Upcoming Film Adaptation of the Broadway Musical

    Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 Wicked, the Broadway musical adapted from Gregory Maguire's novel, is set for a two-part movie release with Part One premiering on November 27, 2024 and Part Two on November 26, 2025. Ariana Grande stars as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the films will feature iconic songs from the Broadway production along with new music, telling the story of the witches' unlikely friendship before Dorothy's arrival in Oz.