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Table One

Name: Table One
Director: Michael Bregman
Released: 2000
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2000

Director

Michael Bregman

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Table One is a male-centric comedy centered on four friends navigating the New York City social scene. The plot is driven entirely by the protagonists' efforts to launch a restaurant to attract female customers. While Luis Guzmán adds ethnic diversity to the ensemble, the film lacks significant representation in other areas. Women play minor roles, and there is no visible presence of LGBTQ+ identities or characters with disabilities. Ultimately, the film remains a narrow study of male social dynamics, offering limited diversity in character archetypes and social perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Table One have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex relationships. The story revolves around four men trying to meet women.

How does Table One portray gender?

Limited

The plot is driven by male characters through their business ventures and social mishaps. Women are mainly seen as objects of the men's pursuit rather than central characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Table One?

Fair

The cast includes Luis Guzmán, adding ethnic diversity to the main group of friends. However, the story focuses on a specific social circle in New York City.

How does Table One represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film depicts a gritty urban social scene involving risky business deals with a local gangster. Traditional family or religious institutions are not emphasized.

Does Table One include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical or mental disabilities in the cast or central plot.

Present on Screen

Features a diverse lead actor in Luis Guzmán.
Focuses on an ensemble cast of friends.

Limited or Absent

Women lack central roles or narrative power.
No LGBTQ+ or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Four friends (Stephen Baldwin, Michael Rooker, Luis Guzman and David Herman) who are misfits in the New York City social scene have trouble meeting available women. They come up with the idea of opening a trendy restaurant -- funding their new venture with the help of a local gangster -- in hopes of attracting a large female clientele. It's one comedy situation after another as they stumble through their various misadventures.

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