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Table No. 21

Name: Table No. 21
Director: Aditya Datt
Released: 2013
Duration: 108 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2013

Not Rated

Director

Aditya Datt

Runtime

108 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Table No. 21 is a character-driven psychological thriller that emphasizes themes of retribution and moral accountability over broad diversity representation. The film stands out by featuring a South Asian lead cast and exploring the consequences of systemic neglect. However, the narrative remains limited in its demographic scope, lacking any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or individuals with disabilities. While the setting adds cultural depth through its connection to the Indian diaspora, the film does not aim to diversify its cast or explore varied lived experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does Table No. 21 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on a heterosexual married couple and does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives addressing the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Table No. 21 portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a domestic partnership marked by shared psychological trauma. While the female protagonist plays a central role in the survival narrative, the film does not explicitly challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Table No. 21?

Good

The film features a South Asian lead cast, offering representation within the Indian diaspora. Setting the story in Fiji shifts the narrative away from Western-centric settings.

How does Table No. 21 represent religion and culture?

Good

The plot critiques the superficiality of capitalist escapism and luxury. It portrays the antagonist's actions through systemic retribution, challenging traditional legal and institutional authority.

Does Table No. 21 include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no depictions of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities within the main character arcs.

Present on Screen

Features a South Asian lead cast, providing meaningful representation within the Indian diaspora context.
Uses a Fiji setting to move away from Western-centric narrative environments.
Provides a nuanced critique of capitalist escapism and the superficiality of luxury lifestyles.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives addressing non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
Does not depict physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.
Focuses narrowly on a single heterosexual domestic partnership.

Official Synopsis

A couple live a mediocre life and are thrilled to have won an exotic vacation to Fiji & their excitement increases when they get a chance to play "Tell all truth" game for a mind boggling prize money. The game begins and the couple discovers that the game isn't really a game, but is a game of survival.

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