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Workaholic

Name: Workaholic
Director: Sharon von Wietersheim
Released: 1996
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1996

Director

Sharon von Wietersheim

Runtime

90 minutes

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Workaholic follows a conventional comedic storyline focused on romantic reconciliation. While the protagonist, Rhoda, pursues professional success and challenges traditional domestic roles, the film ultimately relies on traditional romantic clichés to resolve its central conflicts. The narrative lacks depth in representing diverse identities and does not offer substantial critiques of broader societal norms. This results in a narrow narrative scope.

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Category Breakdown

Does Workaholic have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on heterosexual relationships between Rhoda, Max, and Paul. There are no representations of non-straight or non-cisgender identities.

How does Workaholic portray gender?

Fair

Rhoda challenges traditional gender roles by seeking professional success. However, the resolution returns to conventional expectations, emphasizing the male lead's career over personal growth.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Workaholic?

Minimal

The available information provides no details regarding the racial or ethnic composition of the cast. No conclusions can be drawn about ethnic representation.

How does Workaholic represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film adheres to typical Western comedy conventions, focusing on the balance between career and personal life without addressing broader societal issues.

Does Workaholic include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative centers on romantic and professional tensions.

Present on Screen

Rhoda demonstrates significant professional ambition and challenges traditional gender roles.

Limited or Absent

The film relies heavily on conventional romantic clichés and lacks depth in representing diverse identities.
The resolution reinforces traditional gender roles by centering the male lead's career sacrifice.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+, racial, or disabled identities.

Official Synopsis

Rhoda loves Max but he is a workaholic. So Rhoda decides to become a successful businesswoman herself and falls in love with her co-worker Paul. So Max quits his job to fight for his relationship with Rhoda full-time.

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