Strictly Business

The film is anchored in the early 1990s New York corporate scene, where deal-making, partnerships, and office politics shape careers. Investor pitches and the race for partnership epitomize the era’s business culture, with fashion, pace, and ambition driving the rhythms of the plot.

The story unfolds across a bustling New York office for a large real estate firm in Harlem, where ambitious staff jockey for opportunity. Investor meetings and the Savoy Tower deal turn the workspace into a high-stakes arena of strategy and power. Social spaces like Natalie’s nightclub and Lola's club intersect with the office world, showing how personal relationships influence professional decisions.

🚀 Ambition

Ambition drives Bobby and Waymon to push for partnership, often blurring ethical lines as they navigate competition, dress codes, and social leverage. The film traces how personal drive can trigger risky bets and critical career choices, contrasting sleek presentation with real-world grit.

🤝 Power & Deals

The core of the narrative is securing investors and climbing the ladder through strategic alliances. The Holleran brothers’ funds, altered reports, and last-minute pitches reveal how fluctuating power and money determine who gets ahead, highlighting the high-stakes nature of corporate finance.

💞 Relationships

Romance and workplace connections complicate professional ambitions, as Natalie becomes a focal point for both Bobby and Waymon. Personal dynamics influence decisions about clients, dates, and loyalty, underscoring the human costs of corporate competition.