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The Internship

Name: The Internship
Director: Shawn Levy
Released: 2013
Duration: 119 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2013

PG-13

Director

Shawn Levy

Runtime

119 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Internship is a conventional studio comedy that caters to mainstream audiences. It reinforces traditional capitalist and gendered structures, using diversity to enhance the ensemble rather than to challenge social hierarchies. While the film presents a multi-ethnic professional setting through its casting, it lacks the depth needed to explore complex intersections of identity. The narrative centers on the interpersonal dynamics of the male protagonists. Ultimately, the film adheres to typical comedic formulas, depicting a globalized workforce without delving deeply into issues of identity or systemic critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Internship have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on traditional straight relationships and male bonding. It doesn't include characters with non-binary genders or same-sex romantic relationships, sticking to conventional storylines.

How does The Internship portray gender?

Limited

Male characters drive the main storyline and plot progression. Female characters, such as Rose Byrne's, play supporting roles that don't challenge existing gender power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Internship?

Fair

The film showcases a diverse group of Asian and South Asian interns, reflecting a multicultural tech environment. However, these characters are often portrayed collectively rather than individually, highlighting their shared experiences.

How does The Internship represent religion and culture?

Limited

The movie emphasizes capitalist ideals and the success of a large global corporation. It upholds traditional Western views on careerism and institutional belonging without questioning them.

Does The Internship include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. Disability is not used as a central theme or narrative device.

Present on Screen

The film features a diverse cast of college-aged interns, including characters of Asian and South Asian descent.
The casting reflects the multicultural reality of modern, globalized tech environments.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation for characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Female characters are confined to supporting roles that do not challenge existing gender power dynamics.
The film lacks non-binary gender identities and same-sex romantic relationships.
Racial representation focuses on a team-based model rather than individualized explorations of identity.

Official Synopsis

Two recently laid-off men in their 40s try to make it as interns at a successful Internet company where their managers are in their 20s.

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