Georgy Girl
Georgy Girl

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Georgy Girl

1966
Movie
99 min
English

A homely but vivacious young woman dodges the amorous attentions of her father's middle-aged employer while attempting to please her glamorously stuck-up roommate Meredith.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Google Users80%
Director: Silvio NarizzanoGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Georgy is a young, vivacious, and somewhat naive woman working as a physiotherapist in a London hospital. Her life is a chaotic mix of sexual experimentation and a desperate search for love and security. She shares a flat with her glamorous and more sophisticated flatmate, Meredith. Georgy finds herself caught between two men: the wealthy and married Jos, who is her boss, and the unkempt but sensitive street musician, Abernathy. Her unconventional approach to life and relationships leads to a series of humorous and poignant situations.

Critical Reception

Georgy Girl was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its fresh and modern portrayal of female liberation and its frank exploration of sexuality. Lynn Redgrave's performance was widely praised, earning her an Oscar nomination. The film captured the spirit of the swinging sixties with its contemporary themes and style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and contemporary themes of female independence and sexual freedom.

  • Lynn Redgrave's star-making performance as the endearing Georgy was a highlight.

  • The film was noted for its vibrant depiction of 1960s London and its nuanced characters.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's honest portrayal of a young woman navigating love and life in the swinging sixties, appreciating its humor and Redgrave's performance, though some found the character's naivete occasionally frustrating.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actress (Lynn Redgrave), Best Supporting Actor (James Mason), Best Original Song, and Best Costume Design. Also nominated for Golden Globes.

Fun Fact

The iconic theme song, 'Georgy Girl,' sung by The Seekers, became a major hit and is intrinsically linked to the film's identity.

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