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Are We Done Yet?

Name: Are We Done Yet?
Director: Steve Carr
Released: 2007
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

1.7/10

Minimal

2007

Director

Steve Carr

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film successfully diversifies the suburban comedy genre by focusing on a multiracial family. By placing characters of color at the core of the emotional journey, it goes beyond including someone from a minority group without giving them real depth to normalize diverse family structures. However, the narrative still leans heavily on conventional gender roles and a traditional Western capitalist framework, prioritizing broad relatability over more progressive themes. While the casting provides meaningful representation, the lack of depth in LGBTQ+ and disability representation keeps the overall impact moderate.

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Category Breakdown

Does Are We Done Yet? have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It focuses solely on heterosexual relationships and traditional family structures.

How does Are We Done Yet? portray gender?

Limited

The story uses a traditional patriarchal family structure for humor. Despite this, the female lead plays a crucial role in making key decisions, reflecting a balance between traditional roles and modern ability to act.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Are We Done Yet??

Good

By featuring a multiracial family with actors like Ice Cube and Nia Long, the film challenges the stereotype of the homogeneous white suburban family. It offers a detailed portrayal of a contemporary, mixed-race household.

How does Are We Done Yet? represent religion and culture?

Limited

The storyline centers around the pursuit of the American dream and homeownership, emphasizing traditional Western institutions and the nuclear family as sources of stability.

Does Are We Done Yet? include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not prominently feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Instead, it portrays characters within typical, able-bodied comedic roles.

Present on Screen

The film features a multiracial family, challenging the stereotype of the homogeneous white suburban family.
It offers a nuanced portrayal of a Black father navigating a blended, multiracial household.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gender roles and family hierarchies.
Lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and individuals with disabilities.
The story reinforces traditional Western capitalist ideals rather than exploring diverse cultural frameworks.

Official Synopsis

Newlyweds Nick and Suzanne decide to move to the suburbs to provide a better life for their two kids. But their idea of a dream home is disturbed by a contractor with a bizarre approach to business.

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