Getting It Right
Getting It Right

Getting It Right

1989Movie102 minEnglish

Gavin is 31 years old and still lives with his parents. He is awfully shy but before he knows it there are three women interested in him. Lady Minerva Munday has a casual way of life and lives in a basement, Joan is an over-sexed millionairess, married to a Greek architect. But Gavin prefers the ugly assistant in the barbershop.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Joan TewkesburyGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A shy and inexperienced young woman, recently graduated from college and working at a London cruise line, finds herself entangled in a love triangle with two very different men. She struggles to navigate her burgeoning sexuality and personal desires while dealing with the expectations of the men in her life and her own insecurities.

Critical Reception

Getting It Right received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's awakening and others finding its narrative somewhat contrived and its characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly varied, with its themes of sexual exploration resonating with some viewers but alienating others.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to address themes of female sexual awakening with a degree of honesty.
  • Some critics found the romantic entanglements predictable and lacking genuine emotional depth.
  • The performances, particularly from the lead, were often cited as a highlight despite narrative weaknesses.

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Fun Fact

This film marked one of Laura San Giacomo's earliest major film roles, helping to launch her career.

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