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Coffee & Kareem
Representation Score
3.6/10
Limited
2020
TV-MADirector
Michael Dowse
Runtime
88 minutes
Average Rating
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Coffee & Kareem successfully diversifies the action-comedy genre by featuring non-white protagonists in central roles. The strong bond between the Black lead and the Middle Eastern/South Asian lead propels the narrative forward, offering a fresh perspective on cross-cultural friendships. However, the film's reliance on male-centric dynamics and peripheral roles for women limits its gender diversity. Additionally, the absence of LGBTQ+ themes further narrows its scope of representation. Overall, while the film excels in racial and ethnic diversity, it falls short in providing a comprehensive range of representation.
Category Breakdown
Does Coffee & Kareem have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film adheres to a traditional focus on straight relationships and does not include any characters with non-cisgender identities.
How does Coffee & Kareem portray gender?
The story emphasizes male camaraderie and does not provide significant roles for women, relegating them to supporting roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Coffee & Kareem?
The film features a diverse cast, including a Black character and a character of Middle Eastern or South Asian descent, highlighting cross-cultural friendships.
How does Coffee & Kareem represent religion and culture?
The story presents a moral relativism where personal freedom is prioritized over societal norms, challenging institutional authority.
Does Coffee & Kareem include disability representation?
The film does not prominently feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities that influence the plot.
Present on Screen
- Intentionally casts actors from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
- Challenges the typical Anglo-centric casting models in action-comedies.
- Highlights cross-cultural friendships through central characters.
Limited or Absent
- Needs to give more meaningful roles to female characters.
- Should broaden its focus beyond male-centric dynamics.
- Could benefit from incorporating LGBTQ+ themes.
Official Synopsis
A Detroit cop reluctantly teams with his girlfriend's 11-year-old son to clear his name and take down the city's most ruthless criminal.
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