Who's That Girl
Who's That Girl

Who's That Girl

1987Movie93 minEnglish

An uptight New York City tax lawyer gets his life turned upside down one day when he's asked to escort a feisty free-spirited ex-convict who asks him to help prove her innocence of her crime.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users55%
Director: James FoleyGenres: Comedy, Crime, Romance

Plot Summary

A quirky and fast-paced comedy follows Nikki Finn, a recently released convict, who is framed for a crime she didn't commit. She enlists the help of a naive lawyer, whose life is thrown into chaos as he tries to clear her name and navigate the increasingly absurd situations they find themselves in. Their escapades take them through New York City, pursued by police and a vengeful pawn shop owner, leading to unexpected romance.

Critical Reception

Who's That Girl was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its humor to be forced. While Madonna's performance was noted by some, the film as a whole was criticized for its lack of substance and overall execution. It also performed poorly at the box office, becoming a notable commercial disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the plot nonsensical and often unbelievable.
  • Madonna's performance was polarizing, with some finding her charming and others finding her annoying.
  • The film's humor was frequently described as slapstick and lacking wit.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a mixed but generally unimpressed reception. Many viewers found the movie entertaining due to Madonna's presence and the lighthearted chaos, but others were put off by the flimsy plot and what they considered to be poor comedic timing and execution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Golden Raspberry Awards: Worst Actress (Madonna) and Worst Director (James Foley). Nominated for Worst Original Song at the 1988 Academy Awards for 'Who's That Girl'.

Fun Fact

The film's theme song, also titled 'Who's That Girl,' became a number-one hit for Madonna on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it the first time a movie's title track reached the top spot since 'Flashdance... What a Feeling'.

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