You are here:

My Date with Drew

Name: My Date with Drew
Director: Jon Gunn, Brett Winn, Brian Herzlinger
Released: 2005
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2005

Director

Jon Gunn, Brett Winn, Brian Herzlinger

Runtime

90 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

The film adheres to established social and narrative norms, focusing on a personal journey. It lacks the intention to disrupt conventional hierarchies or provide diverse representation. The narrative structure centers on a heterosexual romance, limiting the scope of social engagement and adherence to traditional Western ideals of personal success. Ultimately, the work prioritizes a conventional, character-driven story over a diverse or subversive exploration of identity.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does My Date with Drew have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film revolves around a heterosexual relationship and does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does My Date with Drew portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male pursuing a female interest, following traditional romantic comedy conventions and gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is My Date with Drew?

Limited

The film focuses on a white male protagonist and does not include diverse casting to challenge traditional cinematic norms.

How does My Date with Drew represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film emphasizes individual aspirations and Western ideals of personal freedom. It does not engage with systemic critiques or deconstruct social institutions.

Does My Date with Drew include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities and does not use disability as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, character-driven narrative focused on personal aspirations and individual dreams.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity in its central narrative arc.
The story relies on traditional gender roles and heterosexual structures.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender expressions.

Official Synopsis

Ever since the second grade when he first saw her in E.T. The Extraterrestrial, Brian Herzlinger has had a crush on Drew Barrymore. Now, 20 years later he's decided to try to fulfill his lifelong dream by asking her for a date. There's one small problem: She's Drew Barrymore and he's, well, Brian Herzlinger, a broke 27-year-old aspiring filmmaker from New Jersey.

How are these scores produced? →