Some Kind of Woman
Some Kind of Woman

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Some Kind of Woman

1985
Movie
Adult · 18+
74 min
English

The Talk-Show ratings race is a real dog fight, with hosts and producers doing anything and everything to get bigger audiences. But when they hired Ginger and Amber to develop an X-Rated talk show that didn’t really need any talk, the ratings went through the roof!

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Charles JarrottGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

This drama follows the intertwined lives of three women dealing with personal struggles and relationships. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, each woman navigates societal expectations, career challenges, and the complexities of love and family. The narrative explores their resilience and determination to find their own paths.

Critical Reception

Some Kind of Woman received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its performances and exploration of female issues, while others found the plot to be predictable and melodramatic. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances, particularly Jaclyn Smith.

  • Criticized for a formulaic and overly sentimental storyline.

  • Some found the exploration of women's issues to be superficial.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed feeling, with some appreciating the emotional drama and others finding it to be a forgettable television movie.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1985, the film was originally conceived and developed in the late 1970s and underwent several script revisions and casting changes before its eventual production.

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