Women at West Point
Women at West Point

Women at West Point

1979Movie96 minEnglish

A fictionalized drama about the first women to enter the U.S. Military Academy in 1976 and the reactions they faced.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Vincent ShermanGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

This made-for-television film tells the story of the first women admitted to the United States Military Academy at West Point. It follows their struggles and triumphs as they navigate the rigorous academic, physical, and social challenges of the academy, facing skepticism and prejudice from some cadets and faculty.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical darling, 'Women at West Point' was generally viewed as a well-intentioned and competently made television movie that shed light on a significant social shift. It was praised for its depiction of the challenges faced by the women and for Lynda Carter's performance, though some critics found the drama to be somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Acknowledges the historical significance of the topic.
  • Praises Lynda Carter's lead performance.
  • Some found the narrative to be formulaic for a made-for-TV movie.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this television film.

Fun Fact

The film was released during a period when more women were entering traditionally male-dominated fields, aiming to capture the public's interest in these evolving social dynamics.

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