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That Old Feeling

Name: That Old Feeling
Director: Carl Reiner
Released: 1997
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1997

PG-13

Director

Carl Reiner

Runtime

105 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

That Old Feeling is a traditional narrative that upholds established social norms and conventional character types. It explores romantic timing and personal growth within a homogeneous social setting. The film operates within a stable socioeconomic framework, focusing on mid-life romantic reconciliation. It does not aim to disrupt traditional hierarchies or offer diverse representation. Ultimately, the production reflects the era's commercial standards, favoring a narrow demographic and traditional relationship dynamics over social disruption.

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Category Breakdown

Does That Old Feeling have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or identities outside of traditional heterosexual relationships. The story focuses solely on conventional romantic structures.

How does That Old Feeling portray gender?

Fair

Bette Midler and Jack Nicholson play characters with strong individual roles and professional independence. However, the plot revolves around negotiating personal relationships rather than challenging gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is That Old Feeling?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon, reflecting the typical commercial romantic comedies of the late 1990s.

How does That Old Feeling represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows traditional Western social norms and portrays stable professionals. It emphasizes interpersonal connections within existing societal institutions without questioning these structures.

Does That Old Feeling include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any visible or central characters with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities. Characters are portrayed through an able-bodied, neurotypical perspective.

Present on Screen

The main characters have strong individual roles and professional independence.
The film provides a character study of emotional maturity and modern lifestyles.

Limited or Absent

The cast is predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon.
There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-traditional sexual identities.
The film does not represent physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
The story reinforces traditional Western social structures without critiquing them.

Official Synopsis

A bride's divorced parents find their old feelings for each other during the wedding reception and over the course of the next few days upsetting the newlywed's honeymoon.

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