The Yesman
The Yesman

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The Yesman

1986
Movie
88 min
Mandarin

Romantic comedy.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Director: Jack GoldGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Martin, a seemingly unremarkable and mild-mannered accountant, unexpectedly finds himself in the role of 'The Yesman' when his boss is incapacitated. He discovers that by agreeing to every request and proposal, he inadvertently revitalizes his own career and the company. However, this newfound success comes with its own set of challenges and moral quandaries as he navigates the increasingly absurd demands placed upon him.

Critical Reception

The Yesman was a modest critical success, praised for its sharp wit and Robert Lindsay's central performance. While not a blockbuster, it found a dedicated audience for its clever exploration of corporate culture and the nature of conformity.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly sharp satire on corporate life.

  • Robert Lindsay shines in a role that perfectly suits his comedic timing.

  • The film offers an amusing, if somewhat predictable, look at the consequences of agreeing to everything.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment from available reviews highlights its charming premise and effective humor.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a short story of the same name by Julian Mitchell, which was originally a segment in the BBC television anthology series 'The Wednesday Play'.

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