The Woman in Red
Director: Gene Wilder
Actors: Gene Wilder, Kelly LeBrock, Charles Grodin
PlotTeddy Pierce, a happily married man with children, finds his mundane life upended when he spots a stunning woman dressed in red, who captures his imagination. Despite having a stable family life and a good job, Teddy becomes infatuated with this mysterious beauty, leading him down a path of comedic misadventures and internal conflict. He shares his fantasies and misguided plans with his close circle of friends, who alternately encourage and dissuade him from pursuing the object of his obsession. Caught between his longing for excitement and his commitments, Teddy's life takes multiple humorous turns as he tries to engineer a meeting with the woman.
As Teddy navigates various ploys, misunderstandings, and increasingly preposterous scenarios to get closer to her, his antics lead to a series of farcical situations that test the limits of his friendships and his own moral compass. His pursuit grows increasingly frenetic and outlandish, creating a string of hilarious yet poignant moments. Each step plunges him deeper into an unexpected journey of self-discovery, revealing the complexities and consequences of chasing fleeting desires. His experiences ultimately force him to confront what truly matters in his life, leaving him in search of a balance between fantasy and reality.
Writers: Jean-Loup Dabadie, Yves Robert, Gene Wilder
Release Date: 15 Aug 1984
Runtime: 87 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
The Woman in Red offers occasional amusement and notable performances by Wilder and LeBrock, but suffers from inconsistent comedic tones and overall clumsiness.
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