Richard Cooper, played by Chris Rock in “I Think I Love My Wife,” works as a banker. More specifically, the film presents him as a successful investment banker with a financial-office job in Manhattan. “Banker” is therefore a correct and fair answer to the quiz question, even though the movie’s profession can be described more precisely.
Released in 2007, the film follows Richard as he becomes restless in his comfortable marriage to Brenda, played by Gina Torres. His dissatisfaction intensifies after he reconnects with Nikki Tru, an old acquaintance portrayed by Kerry Washington. Much of the comedy comes from the contrast between Richard’s polished professional life and his increasingly complicated private thoughts.
Chris Rock co-wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the film, working with Louis C.K. on the screenplay. The movie is a modern American adaptation of Éric Rohmer’s 1972 French film “Love in the Afternoon.” Its financial-world setting helps establish Richard as outwardly successful while emphasizing the emotional and personal problems he cannot solve through career status.