The Office Character Replies Dataset
Entertainment & Media Consumption
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About
This dataset contains character dialogue, specifically focusing on character replies within conversations. It provides quotes from characters responding to another character's line, offering insights into conversational dynamics. The data is derived from "The Office Quotes Dataset" and features dialogue from the main characters, including Michael, Dwight, Jim, and Pam. It is suitable for various analytical tasks related to entertainment and media consumption.
Columns
- parent_id: An identifier for the parent line in the conversation.
- record id: A unique identifier for each reply record.
- parent: The line spoken by another character that prompts a reply.
- reply: The quote representing the character's response.
- character: The character who utters the reply quote.
- Label Count: A numerical value associated with the data entry, likely for categorisation or internal indexing.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided in a CSV file format. It comprises approximately 26,149 records, with individual segments containing around 1,307 to 1,308 entries. The distribution of characters within the replies indicates that Michael accounts for 38% of the dialogue, Dwight for 24%, and other characters collectively for 39%.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Developing and testing Natural Language Processing (NLP) models.
- Training multiclass classification algorithms for character identification or sentiment analysis based on dialogue.
- Analysing character interaction patterns and conversational structures in a popular television series.
- Creating conversational AI agents or chatbots based on "The Office" dialogue.
- Academic research into media consumption and popular culture textual analysis.
Coverage
The dataset's scope is global, reflecting the international popularity of "The Office". While specific time ranges are not detailed, the content is drawn from the duration of the television series. It primarily covers dialogue from core characters like Michael, Dwight, Jim, and Pam, with a notable portion of data attributed to other characters from the show.
License
CC0
Who Can Use It
- Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers: For building and evaluating NLP models, especially for dialogue systems and character-based classification.
- Researchers: Those studying popular culture, media studies, textual analysis, or the sociology of television.
- Developers: Creating applications such as fan-based games, interactive experiences, or analytical tools related to "The Office".
- Students: For educational projects involving data analysis, text mining, or machine learning.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- The Office Character Replies
- Office TV Series Dialogue Responses
- The Office Conversational Replies
- Character Reply Quotes (The Office)
Attributes
Original Data Source: The Office Quotes Dataset