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The Associate (1996)

"Behind every great man is a woman... Wishing he'd get the hell out of her way."

6.219961h 54mEN
Comedy

Directed by Donald Petrie

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 54m

Language

EN

Release

October 25, 1996

Director

Donald Petrie

Official Trailer

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Overview

Laurel Ayres is a businesswoman trying to make it but unfortunately she works at a investment firm where she does all the work but all the senior investors like Frank Peterson grab all the credit. She then leaves and starts her own firm. While trying to find clients Laurel pretends that she has a ma...

Cast

Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg

Laurel Ayres

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest

Sally Dugan

Eli Wallach

Eli Wallach

Donald Fallon

Tim Daly

Tim Daly

Frank Peterson

Bebe Neuwirth

Bebe Neuwirth

Camille Scott

Austin Pendleton

Austin Pendleton

Aesop Franklin

Lainie Kazan

Lainie Kazan

Cindy Mason

George Martin

George Martin

Walter Manchester

Kenny Kerr

Kenny Kerr

Charlie

Lee Wilkof

Lee Wilkof

Bissel

Helen Hanft

Helen Hanft

Mrs. Cupchick

George Morfogen

George Morfogen

Plaza Manager

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Associate (1996), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Laurel Ayres is a businesswoman trying to make it but unfortunately she works at a investment firm where she does all the work but all the senior investors like Frank Peterson grab all the credit. She then leaves and starts her own firm. While trying to find clients Laurel pretends that she has a male partner named Robert Cutty. And when she starts to do well all of her clients wants to meet Cutty which is difficult since he doesn't exist.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Associate. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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