Pretty Face
Pretty Face

Pretty Face

1990Movie92 minRussian
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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes39%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users88%
Director: Garry MarshallGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy businessman hires a charismatic Hollywood prostitute to be his escort for a week of social events. What begins as a purely transactional arrangement blossoms into an unlikely romance as they navigate their vastly different worlds and find genuine connection.

Critical Reception

Pretty Woman was a massive box office success and received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for the chemistry between Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. It became a cultural phenomenon, cementing Julia Roberts as a leading lady and leaving a lasting impact on romantic comedy films.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and undeniably entertaining romantic comedy with strong lead performances.
  • While predictable, the film's fairy-tale premise and star power make it a crowd-pleaser.
  • Criticisms often cite its somewhat dated portrayal of class and gender dynamics.

Google audience: Audiences largely adore this film for its heartwarming romance, the undeniable chemistry between the leads, and its feel-good, Cinderella-esque story. Many praise Julia Roberts' breakout performance and the film's ability to provide escapist entertainment.

Awards & Accolades

Julia Roberts was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. The film was also nominated for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

Fun Fact

Julia Roberts' iconic scene where she catches a bead necklace in her mouth with her teeth was improvised by Richard Gere.

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