A Woman's Might
A Woman's Might

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A Woman's Might

1984
Movie
100 min
Arabic

The story revolves around Narges, the wife of Sayed, who aspires to get rich, and gets to know the person who works for her, Menglawi. Without knowing the source of his wealth coming from successful merchants, Narges tries to outperform Menglawi. She asks his assistant Sinara to introduce her to the security figures that Minglawi has taken, and she agrees with Sinara that she will give him to himself in exchange for him killing Minglawi.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Nancy MaloneGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful, independent career woman finds herself torn between her demanding professional life and the burgeoning romance with a man who doesn't quite fit into her structured world. As their relationship deepens, she must confront societal expectations and her own desires to find a balance that allows for both love and ambition.

Critical Reception

A Woman's Might was a made-for-television movie that received moderate attention for its exploration of contemporary women's issues and relationships. While not a major critical darling, it was noted for its earnest portrayal of a woman navigating career and romance in the 1980s, with performances from its lead actors generally praised for their sincerity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relatable portrayal of a woman balancing ambition and personal life.

  • Features strong performances from its lead actors, particularly Joanna Kerns.

  • Offers a thoughtful, albeit somewhat conventional, look at modern relationships for its time.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Woman's Might' is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews as it was a television film.

Fun Fact

Although directed by actress Nancy Malone, 'A Woman's Might' is one of her few directorial credits, as she primarily focused on her acting career.

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