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Baked in Brooklyn

Name: Baked in Brooklyn
Director: Rory Rooney
Released: 2016
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2016

Director

Rory Rooney

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Baked in Brooklyn centers on an individual's rebellion against corporate stability through a conventional crime-drama structure. The narrative highlights situational ethics and the deconstruction of traditional economic institutions. The film's strength lies in its thematic exploration of moral ambiguity and anti-capitalism. However, it falls short in providing visible representation for LGBTQ+ individuals, characters with disabilities, and diverse racial backgrounds.

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Category Breakdown

Does Baked in Brooklyn have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight sexual orientations or same-sex relationships. The romantic storyline follows traditional heterosexual structures.

How does Baked in Brooklyn portray gender?

Fair

Gender conflicts arise through an unsupportive girlfriend, but her role in driving the story is unclear. The protagonist's journey emphasizes masculine-coded economic risks.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Baked in Brooklyn?

Limited

Set in Manhattan, the film does not specify the racial makeup of the cast. There is no indication of intentional blending of different racial backgrounds.

How does Baked in Brooklyn represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative explores themes of moral relativism and anti-capitalism by rejecting formal employment in favor of an illicit economy.

Does Baked in Brooklyn include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Explores anti-capitalist themes by criticizing formal employment structures.
Examines moral ambiguity and situational ethics through the protagonist's illicit career choices.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities and same-sex relationships.
Does not include neurodivergent characters or individuals with disabilities.
Does not specify the racial or ethnic diversity of the Manhattan setting.

Official Synopsis

A recent college graduate decides to sell marijuana on the streets of Manhattan after losing his job at a consulting firm. He soon meets the girl of his dreams. With an unsupportive girlfriend, an increase of clienteles, and the growing threats of being caught or killed, he soon realizes he is in way over his head.

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