Rosalie Goes Shopping
Rosalie loves to shop too much to let a little thing like no money stop her. When the local shopkeepers no longer take her bad checks or bad credit cards, she's finds herself out of ways to please her consumerist tendencies… until she discovers The Internet! Master shopper becomes master hacker, and Rosalie is back on top.
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Plot Summary
Rosalie is a woman living in Pasadena, California, who has a secret addiction to shopping. She lives a double life, appearing to be a dutiful housewife while secretly amassing a massive debt through her extravagant purchases. When her husband, an architect, discovers the extent of her spending, their comfortable life begins to unravel, forcing them to confront the consequences of Rosalie's compulsive behavior.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Marianne Sägebrecht's performance and the film's quirky humor. However, some found the plot to be somewhat uneven and the satire on consumerism to be not fully developed.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique premise and lead performance.
- Some found the satire on consumerism to be too light.
- Appreciated for its offbeat, European-style humor.
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Fun Fact
Marianne Sägebrecht, who plays Rosalie, was also the lead in Percy Adlon's previous film, 'Bagdad Cafe'.
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