Pretty Woman
- 1990
- Tous publics
- 1h 59m
Edward, a rich entrepreneur, hires Vivian, a prostitute, to accompany him to a few social events. Trouble ensues when he falls in love with her and they try to bridge the gap between their w... Read allEdward, a rich entrepreneur, hires Vivian, a prostitute, to accompany him to a few social events. Trouble ensues when he falls in love with her and they try to bridge the gap between their worlds.Edward, a rich entrepreneur, hires Vivian, a prostitute, to accompany him to a few social events. Trouble ensues when he falls in love with her and they try to bridge the gap between their worlds.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 8 wins & 11 nominations total
Billy Gallo
- Carlos
- (as William Gallo)
- Director
- Writer
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Edward Lewis needs a prostitute to accompany him to a few business meetings, he employs Vivian Ward, but unexpectedly he falls in love with her.
It's nonsense, I get that, but some of the reviewers are taking it all too seriously, and way too literally, it's just an enjoyable fantasy romance drama, headed up by two glorious, beautiful people.
I get the whole, if Disney made prostitutes, it would be Vivian thing, but come on, it's a little bit of escapism, and who wouldn't have wanted to be wined and dined by Edward.
The iconic scene is the moment in the clothes shop, it's a scene I think that many of us can relate to, who among us hasn't gone into a store feeling a little out of sorts, maybe a little scruffy and felt awkward by a superior being.
Still my favourite Julia Roberts film, she looks spellbinding, and is just wonderful as Vivian. As for Here, no words.
I'd watch this over a bit of Marvel nonsense any day of the week, and that soundtrack is spot on.
8/10.
It's nonsense, I get that, but some of the reviewers are taking it all too seriously, and way too literally, it's just an enjoyable fantasy romance drama, headed up by two glorious, beautiful people.
I get the whole, if Disney made prostitutes, it would be Vivian thing, but come on, it's a little bit of escapism, and who wouldn't have wanted to be wined and dined by Edward.
The iconic scene is the moment in the clothes shop, it's a scene I think that many of us can relate to, who among us hasn't gone into a store feeling a little out of sorts, maybe a little scruffy and felt awkward by a superior being.
Still my favourite Julia Roberts film, she looks spellbinding, and is just wonderful as Vivian. As for Here, no words.
I'd watch this over a bit of Marvel nonsense any day of the week, and that soundtrack is spot on.
8/10.
The combination of appealing leads, killer chemistry, and a banging soundtrack makes Pretty Woman a highly enjoyable film. The story is obviously a bit far-fetched, but who cares? It's a movie. I watch movies to be entertained and to enjoy well-told stories, and Pretty Woman certainly works on both fronts.
Romantic film, nice music, interesting plot, fine beautiful actress, (Mrs. Roberts) and handsome actor, (Mr. Gere) in prime roles, a success story from the very beginning. But, although I am enjoying movies like that, I would never rate this one as 9. The difference (and the extra points) is made by the secondary role actor Mr. Elizondo! I saw him, for the first time, in a rather extreme and rather stupid drama/comedy "Young doctors in love" (1982) and I was impressed by his acting performance. In "Pretty woman" he is the absolute star. The script supported his role, of course, but the talent is indisputable.
This movie is all good and fun things. You can eat popcorn, candy, butterscotch, and cake. That is how good this movie feels.
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere have perfect chemistry. They light up the screen and fully entertain us for 2 hours.
The director, the late Garry Marshall, shined like a diamond when he created this gem. Oscar worthy.
The screenplay was excellent and felt like a Nora Ephron or Rob Reiner film. In other words, cozy and perfect.
Classic Hollywood romantic comedy. Felt like an old school Frank Capra or Billy Wilder film.
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere hit the jackpot. All credit goes to the screenplay by J. F. Lawton and superb directing by the late Garry Marshall.
Best supporting actor award goes to Hector Elizondo for playing the hotel manager who adores Julia Roberts.
Julia Roberts becomes a household name. She steals the show as a v charismatic and witty natural beauty. That red, ruby necklace is perfect for her.
If you want to create a blockbuster, feel good movie, this is your template.
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere have perfect chemistry. They light up the screen and fully entertain us for 2 hours.
The director, the late Garry Marshall, shined like a diamond when he created this gem. Oscar worthy.
The screenplay was excellent and felt like a Nora Ephron or Rob Reiner film. In other words, cozy and perfect.
Classic Hollywood romantic comedy. Felt like an old school Frank Capra or Billy Wilder film.
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere hit the jackpot. All credit goes to the screenplay by J. F. Lawton and superb directing by the late Garry Marshall.
Best supporting actor award goes to Hector Elizondo for playing the hotel manager who adores Julia Roberts.
Julia Roberts becomes a household name. She steals the show as a v charismatic and witty natural beauty. That red, ruby necklace is perfect for her.
If you want to create a blockbuster, feel good movie, this is your template.
"the bad stuff is easier to believe. you ever notice that?" - vivian
ok, so pretty woman is a romantic movie, its cliched, its corny, its sappy. but hey, beyond all that is a special movie with some very special performances. julia roberts as vivian ward is absolutely adorable, one of the most lovable characters of alltime. and those long legs help - like she says - " 88" of therapy for the bargain price of $3000"
the movie has many memorable lines and if you fall in love with the movie you will go back to it again and again. this is easily the best romantic comedy movie of the 90s. though many movies have hence tried to recreate its charm, nothing has quite succeeded to replace this movie as the pinnacle of the genre.
and this ofcourse is high praise from someone who hates the genre. the story ofcourse is very predictable and cinderella like. however this is beautifully told and the on-screen chemistry between the very dashing richard gere and julia roberts is simply sensational. an absolute must for fans of romance, comedy, any kind of light hearted movies or for those who are big fans of julia or richard. watch this movie.
an enjoyable 8!
ok, so pretty woman is a romantic movie, its cliched, its corny, its sappy. but hey, beyond all that is a special movie with some very special performances. julia roberts as vivian ward is absolutely adorable, one of the most lovable characters of alltime. and those long legs help - like she says - " 88" of therapy for the bargain price of $3000"
the movie has many memorable lines and if you fall in love with the movie you will go back to it again and again. this is easily the best romantic comedy movie of the 90s. though many movies have hence tried to recreate its charm, nothing has quite succeeded to replace this movie as the pinnacle of the genre.
and this ofcourse is high praise from someone who hates the genre. the story ofcourse is very predictable and cinderella like. however this is beautifully told and the on-screen chemistry between the very dashing richard gere and julia roberts is simply sensational. an absolute must for fans of romance, comedy, any kind of light hearted movies or for those who are big fans of julia or richard. watch this movie.
an enjoyable 8!
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- TriviaRichard Gere and Julia Roberts had obvious chemistry upon their first meeting; however, Gere was not planning on taking the role. He was on the phone ready to turn down the part when Roberts slid him a Post-it note with the words "please say yes" written on it. He accepted the role right then.
- GoofsWhen Vivian finds Edward sleeping, she wears a long white nightgown when she comes in the room. She kisses him and they begin to make love. When Edward pulls her nightgown over her head, it is now a camisole. Actually the mid-length nightgown has spaghetti straps and she removes it herself, with him on top of her, making it hard to see what she removes but it looked like the same garment.
- Quotes
[after negotiating three thousand dollars]
Vivian: I would have stayed for two thousand.
Edward Lewis: I would have paid four.
- Alternate versionsThe Director's Cut of "Pretty Woman" features additional dialogue during the first encounter of Edward and Vivian; additonal scenes featuring Carlos the pimp chasing after Vivian for the money Kit owes him; a longer restaurant sequence, and a longer montage of scenes when Edward takes the day off from work to spend more time with Vivian on their last day together.
- ConnectionsEdited into Sex at 24 Frames Per Second (2003)
- SoundtracksFive for Louie
Written by Karen Hernandez
Performed by Karen Hernandez, Eugene Wright, and Earl Palmer
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- Also known as
- Mujer bonita
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Box office
- Budget
- $14,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $178,406,268
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $11,280,591
- Mar 25, 1990
- Gross worldwide
- $463,406,268
- Runtime
- 1h 59m(119 min)
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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