Pretty Woman (1990)
Release Year: 1990
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: Mujer bonita, Хубава жена, Uma Linda Mulher, Une jolie femme, Zgodna žena
Director: Garry Marshall
Writer: J.F. Lawton
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Arnon Milchan, Steven Reuther
Co-Producer: Gary W. Goldstein
Executive Producer: Laura Ziskin
Companies: Arnon Milchan Productions, Regency Enterprises, Silver Screen Partners IV, Touchstone Pictures
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Romantic Comedy
Budget: 14.000.000
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Keywords
Keywords: beverly hills, bubble bath, business deal, capitalism, cinderella story, contract relationship, entrepreneur, expensive restaurant, fire escape, hooker, italian opera, los angeles, california, millionaire, penthouse, polo match, prostitute, pygmalion, romantic, romcom, shopping spree, social differences, sports car, street smarts, valentine's day, workaholic
Story
Edward Lewis, a wealthy businessman, hires Vivian Ward, a prostitute, to accompany him at social events while he's in Los Angeles for business. Initially, their relationship is purely contractual, but they soon develop genuine feelings for each other despite coming from different worlds. Edward introduces Vivian to the upscale lifestyle, taking her shopping and teaching her etiquette, while Vivian brings some warmth and spontaneity into Edward's otherwise rigid life. However, their differing backgrounds cause tension as Edward struggles with his desire for Vivian and his fear of being judged by his high society peers. Vivian also grapples with feelings of inadequacy and worries about returning to her old life after the week is over.
Summary
Directed by Garry Marshall in 1990, 'Pretty Woman' is a romantic comedy that tells a modern Cinderella story set against the backdrop of Beverly Hills. The film explores themes of social class, love across boundaries, and self-discovery through its unconventional relationship between Edward Lewis (Richard Gere), a successful but emotionally detached businessman, and Vivian Ward (Julia Roberts), a vibrant and street-smart prostitute. Although the plot is primarily focused on their romantic involvement, it also touches upon broader issues such as capitalism and materialism.
