‘Working Girl,’ a tribute to the ambitious women of the 1980s and their iconic hairstyles, is now 27 years old. Watching it again after so many years felt like a time warp. I was in middle school back then, Harrison Ford was 46, and Joan Cusack was the comedic highlight of the Staten Island Ferry. However, nearly three decades will shift your perspective. Here are 25 reflections I had while rewatching ‘Working Girl’ in 2015:
- Ah yes, Alec Baldwin as Mick, Tess’s unreliable boyfriend. If you want a dose of 1980s Irish charm, this film is a must-see.
- The film opens with a shot of the World Trade Center; it strikes a surprisingly emotional chord.
- Carly Simon’s “Let the River Run” makes me want to sprint around a track wearing Hammer pants and an asymmetrical haircut—pure nostalgia!
- Joan Cusack’s line, “Whaddya need speech class for, you tawk fine,” is simply brilliant.
- Speaking of Joan, her makeup is unreal. Those eyes seem to have taken 45 minutes to create!
- Mick’s choice to read Motor Trend on Tess’s birthday while she struggles with a garter belt perfectly captures the essence of a failing relationship. I relate to Tess when she wishes for something thoughtful, like a sweater.
- Kevin Spacey is spot on as Bob, with his playful antics in the limo.
- Tess’s revenge on her boss by typing “David Lutz is a sleazoid pimp with a tiny little dick” on the office screen is a fantasy many can relate to.
- The three women in the film—Joan, Olympia Dukakis as HR, and Sigourney Weaver as the cold-hearted boss—represent different strategies for navigating workplace sexism.
- HARRISON FORD TAKES HIS SHIRT OFF.
- Tess discovers a $6,000 dress in Catherine’s closet. In 1988, I thought it was a goal to have such an expensive dress. In 2015, I wonder how to clean it after spilling marinara sauce.
- Joan’s reaction: “Six thousand dollars! It’s not even leather!”
- After putting the kids to bed, I could definitely go for “Valium in the convenient economy size” and a few shots of tequila.
- I wouldn’t mind having Harrison Ford—shirtless—around after the kids are asleep.
- Catherine, despite her underhanded ways, is right: “Never burn bridges. Today’s junior prick, tomorrow’s senior partner.”
- Oh look! Ricki Lake is one of the bridesmaids! Time to rewatch Hairspray.
- David Duchovny is a guest at the birthday party! Must revisit The X-Files now.
- When Tess says, “I have a head for business and a bod for sin,” I cringe because really, who says that? But I can roll with it; I imagine she enjoys romance novels.
- Harrison Ford carrying Melanie Griffith upstairs is heart-stopping, especially since she’s tall!
- Joan Cusack steals the show: “Can I get you anything, Mr. Trainor? Coffee, tea, me?”
- I love that Jack supports Tess in her wild wedding-crashing plans, despite his initial hesitation.
- Chris de Burgh’s “Lady in Red” at the engagement party? Downloaded instantly, as sometimes I just want to cry in the bathtub.
- On Tess’s first workday, Jack packs her lunch in a vintage tin box, complete with an apple and sharpened pencils.
- Tess sets the tone for her new secretary with an empowering statement: “I don’t expect you to get me coffee unless you’re getting some for yourself.”
- And that’s how barriers in the workplace begin to crumble, right?
In summary, rewatching ‘Working Girl’ in 2015 was a delightful blend of nostalgia and new insights about women in the workforce. If you’re interested in exploring more about home insemination options, check out this link for insightful information. For those considering artificial insemination, this site is a great resource. Additionally, you can learn about IUI success rates here, which is an excellent resource for pregnancy and home insemination.