Tootsie
“What do you get when you cross a hopelessly straight starving actor with a dynamite red sequined dress? You get America's hottest new actress.”
ComedyRomance
When struggling, out of work actor Michael Dorsey secretly adopts a female alter ego—Dorothy Michaels—in order to land a part in a daytime drama, he unwittingly becomes a feminist icon and ends up in a romantic pickle.
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This film feels like a masterclass in comedic timing, offering a delightful blend of sharp wit and heartfelt romance. It's a charming, often uproarious exploration of identity and societal expectations, wrapped in a classic Hollywood package. You'll find yourself chuckling at the clever social commentary and rooting for its endearing, if complicated, characters.
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