She-Devil

Movie Details:

Cast & Characters:

• Meryl Streep as Mary Fisher
• Roseanne Barr as Ruth Patchett
• Ed Begley Jr. as Bob Patchett
• Linda Hunt as Hooper
• Sylvia Miles as Mrs. Fisher
• Elisebeth Peters as Nicolette Patchett
• Bryan Larkin as Andy Patchett
• A Martinez as Garcia
• Maria Pitillo as Olivia Honey
• Mary Louise Wilson as Mrs. Trumper
• Susan Willis as Ute
• Jack Gilpin as Larry
• Robin Leach as himself
• Nitchie Barrett as Bob’s secretary
• June Gable as a realtor
• Sally Jessy Raphael as herself
• Doris Belack as Paula
• Lori Tan Chinn as Vesta Rose woman
• Rosanna Carter as Judge Brown

Storyline:

The story centers on Ruth Patchett (Roseanne Barr), an overweight and unkempt housewife who is devoted to her family. However, her life takes a turn when her husband, Bob (Ed Begley Jr.), leaves her for the glamorous and successful romance novelist Mary Fisher (Meryl Streep). Feeling betrayed and humiliated, Ruth vows to take revenge on both Bob and Mary.

Ruth’s revenge is methodical and cunning; she seeks to destroy Bob’s life while simultaneously building a new one for herself. Throughout the film, Ruth employs various tactics to expose Bob’s infidelities and ruin his relationship with Mary. The film explores themes of revenge, empowerment, and the complexities of marriage.

About Movie:

She-Devil is an American black comedy film directed by Susan Seidelman, featuring a screenplay by Barry Strugatz and Mark R. Burns. The film stars Meryl Streep, Roseanne Barr (in her film debut), and Ed Begley Jr. It is a loose adaptation of the 1983 novel The Life and Loves of a She-Devil by British writer Fay Weldon.

Produced by Orion Pictures, She-Devil was released on December 8, 1989. The film had a budget of approximately $16 million but grossed around $15.5 million at the box office. Despite its modest financial performance, it garnered attention for its performances and dark humor.

Upon its release, She-Devil received mixed reviews from critics. Meryl Streep’s performance as Mary Fisher earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. Critics praised Streep’s comedic timing and Barr’s portrayal of Ruth as a resourceful woman seeking empowerment through revenge.

Overall, She-Devil is remembered for its unique blend of comedy and social commentary, showcasing the lengths to which a woman will go when faced with betrayal. The film has since gained a cult following for its humorous take on serious themes such as infidelity and self-discovery.

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