Review of Female (1933) by Alia P — 23 Jul 2009
I was very impressed by this film. It's very well made, a typical no-nonsense directing makes it pleasantly easy to watch and the actors are excellent. But what is really exciting about this film is its subject, it manages to tackle two issues rarely dealt with in films: work and womanhood.
The character of Ruth Chatterton is fantastic and should be hailed by every feminist as well as every film buff. Regarding the feminist part of the movie: true she breaks at the end but she did manage to head a giant firm for over 5 years which is not bad. Saying it is anti feminist is like saying the Dangerous Liaison is moralistic because of the last 5 minutes.
A great film, go watch it!
This review of Female (1933) was written by Alia P on 23 Jul 2009.
Female has generally received mixed reviews.
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