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Admins

Name: Admins
Director: Aaron Goodmiller
Released: 2016
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2016

Director

Aaron Goodmiller

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Admins is a character-driven workplace comedy that emphasizes situational humor over social commentary. The narrative relies on traditional archetypes, focusing on the interpersonal dynamics of two male technicians in a professional setting. The film does not actively challenge social hierarchies, instead presenting a conventional and homogeneous view of the workplace. It lacks multi-layered depth and diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Admins have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on the professional relationship between two male system administrators. There are no queer character arcs or representations of non-straight identities.

How does Admins portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on male protagonists working in a technical environment. It is unclear if the film challenges traditional gender roles or reinforces them by not providing significant roles for women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Admins?

Limited

The identities of the main characters and supporting users are not specified. The film seems to follow a conventional workplace structure without highlighting racial diversity.

How does Admins represent religion and culture?

Fair

The comedy revolves around everyday office politics and situational humor. It does not address religious institutions or broader cultural issues, focusing instead on personal interactions in a professional setting.

Does Admins include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities among the main or secondary cast members.

Present on Screen

The film provides a focused look at the professional lives of system administrators.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks depth in representing diverse identities and non-traditional character arcs.
There is a notable absence of women's ability to drive the story and racial diversity within the primary plot and supporting cast.
The film misses opportunities to engage with broader social or systemic critiques through its comedic lens.

Official Synopsis

A day in the lives of two system admins named Dan and Randy as they annoy users, discuss office politics, and watch gophers at the coffee shop.

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