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A Female Boss
Would-be feminist Yoanna, running her own company, is insulted in a phone booth by a stranger named Yong-ho. While searching for a job, Yong-ho applies to a magazine named 'The Modern Woman,' not knowing that the company's boss is in fact Yoanna. She hires him with the intention of paying back the humiliation she received. But his masculine attitude captivates her and she ends up marrying him. She resigns her post and becomes a housekeeper, handing over the company to her husband.
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Plot Summary
In a post-war Italian landscape, a formidable factory owner, Maddalena, navigates the complex world of business and personal relationships. She is a strong-willed woman who must contend with union disputes, a potential takeover, and her own passionate, albeit complicated, love life. The film explores themes of female empowerment and the challenges faced by women in positions of authority during a changing era.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'A Female Boss' received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed towards Anna Magnani's commanding performance. While some critics found the plot occasionally uneven, the film was generally appreciated for its portrayal of a strong female protagonist and its insights into the social and economic climate of post-war Italy.
What Reviewers Say
Anna Magnani delivers a powerful and memorable performance as a tenacious businesswoman.
The film offers a compelling look at female strength in a male-dominated industrial world.
While occasionally sprawling, the narrative successfully balances personal drama with social commentary.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Maddalena' in Italy and was one of the last films directed by the veteran Hollywood director Robert Z. Leonard.
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