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Net Worth

Name: Net Worth
Director: Kenny Griswold
Released: 2000
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2000

Director

Kenny Griswold

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Net Worth functions as a traditional character study centered on individualist competition. The narrative adheres to conventional clichés of friendship and economic ambition, offering little disruption to established social hierarchies. The focus on a wealth-building contest among four men reinforces a narrow, masculine perspective on success. This approach prioritizes capitalist achievement over diverse social perspectives. Ultimately, the production follows a mainstream commercial framework and lacks meaningful representation for underrepresented groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Net Worth have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles. The themes of friendship and competition follow conventional social structures.

How does Net Worth portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around four male friends competing in a wealth-accumulation contest. Although there are female characters, the plot is framed through a traditionally masculine lens focused on financial success.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Net Worth?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white and does not reflect diverse racial backgrounds. The story follows traditional, homogeneous models of individualist achievement.

How does Net Worth represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores different philosophies about work and wealth. However, the main conflict revolves around capitalist achievement and personal competition within Western institutions.

Does Net Worth include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The film's tone may offer a subtle critique of wealth and success.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on a homogeneous cast and traditional masculine clichés.
The narrative lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and various racial backgrounds.
The plot focuses heavily on individualist capitalist competition rather than diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Net Worth details the serio-comic story of four friends who learn the value of friendship as they embark on a thirty day contest to achieve the highest net worth in a new city with no cash and no connections.

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