Weather Woman
Keiko, a young, newly hired weather woman, is eager to give her channel's flagging ratings a boost. She decides a panty shot might do the trick, so during her forecast she lifts her skirt, thereby capturing the attention and the hearts of viewers. Keiko's stunt creates such a stir of excitement over the weather report that viewers begin religiously turning in to see what she'll do next. However, this showboating routine earns the ire of Kaori, the beautiful and ambitious daughter of JTV's chairman. Jealous of her success and aching to take over the weather report, Kaori is willing to do just about anything to get what she wants.
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Plot Summary
A successful but lonely television meteorologist, Anne Sterling, finds her life turned upside down when she meets a charming and ambitious reporter, Jack Hudson. Their professional rivalry soon blossoms into a complicated romance, forcing Anne to confront her career ambitions and personal desires. As their relationship deepens, Anne must navigate the challenges of love and work in the competitive world of broadcast journalism.
Critical Reception
Weather Woman was a made-for-television movie that received a generally mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised Kathleen Turner's performance but found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the romantic comedy elements and Turner's star power.
What Reviewers Say
- Kathleen Turner delivers a strong performance as a career-focused meteorologist.
- The romantic storyline is predictable but charming.
- A lighthearted romantic comedy suitable for a casual viewing.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Weather Woman are scarce, but those available generally highlight Kathleen Turner's appeal and the film's enjoyable, albeit unsurprising, romantic plot.
Fun Fact
Kathleen Turner famously portrayed Jessica Rabbit in the animated film 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' and later took on the role of a meteorologist named Anne Sterling, connecting her to weather-related themes in her career.
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