Character Relationship Map: Woo

Characters

• Woo (played by Jada Pinkett Smith) — protagonist

  An extroverted New York City woman known for effortlessly charming men. After a psychic friend predicts she will meet a tall Virgo, she pursues Tim. Despite his awkwardness, their chaotic date, and nu...

• Tim (played by Tommy Davidson) — supporting

  A shy, strait-laced law clerk who reluctantly agrees to date the charismatic Woo after his friend Lenny asks for a favor. He tries to act cool with help from his neighbor Darryl, survives several humi...

• Frankie (played by Duane Martin) — supporting

  One of Tim's chauvinistic friends who visits Tim's apartment. Their sexist attitudes irritate Woo, prompting her to deliberately act insane to intimidate and dismiss them.

• Lenny (played by Dave Chappelle) — supporting

  Claudette's boyfriend who initially plans to spend the night with her but ends up hosting Woo. His bizarre obsession with chickens ruins their date, leading him to ask his best friend Tim to take Woo...

• Romaine (played by Michael Ralph) — supporting

  One of Tim's chauvinistic friends who visits Tim's apartment. Woo retaliates against their sexist behavior by acting erratic to freak them out and clear the room.

• Hop (played by Darrel Heath) — supporting

  One of Tim's chauvinistic friends who visits Tim's apartment. Woo uses psychological tactics and acts insane to intimidate him and his friends away.

• Claudette (played by Paula Jai Parker) — supporting

  Woo's cousin who shares an awkward night with Lenny. After Woo interrupts their plans, Lenny forces Claudette to dress as a chicken ho and cluck, but her feather allergy ruins the experience.

• Darryl (played by LL Cool J) — supporting

  Tim's neighbor who gives him dating advice. He supplies Tim with romantic props like incense, edible body oils, and a tape of sexy songs to help him impress Woo.

Key Relationships

• Tim → Romaine (Social Pal)
• Tim → Hop (Social Pal)
• Tim → Frankie (Social Pal)
• Woo → Romaine (Conflict Adversary)
• Woo → Hop (Conflict Adversary)
• Woo → Frankie (Conflict Adversary)
• Tim → Darryl (Social Neighbor)
• Woo → Tim (Romantic Love Interest)
• Lenny → Tim (Social Best Friend)
• Lenny → Claudette (Romantic Boyfriend)

Story Analysis

A sassy woman tests a shy law clerk through chaotic dates, ultimately discovering that genuine resilience outweighs superficial charm.

Plot Progression

1. The Virgo Prophecy & The Setup
2. Awkward Encounters & Triumphant Defense
3. Public Chaos & Confrontation
4. Destruction, Realization & Commitment