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THE WOMEN  (Running Time: 114 min; Rated: PG-13) 

Reviewed by Denise Castillón 

THE WOMEN disappoints as both as a film celebrating female friendship and as a remake of the 1939 classic film of the same title. It might seem unreasonable to expect this women’s film to be as fun and clever as this summer’s earlier release of SEX IN THE CITY, if not for the fact this modernized version was written and directed by Diane English, the creator of the award-winning TV sit-com series, “Murphy Brown”.

From implausible portrayals of women’s friendships and unconvincing performances, despite its talented all-female cast, makes this re-invention of THE WOMEN insignificant. 

The sole highlight in THE WOMEN is the fashion show scene, where beautiful couture designs, courtesy of American fashion designer Narciso Rodriguez, grace the runway. 

As in the original film, none of the story’s male characters appear in this entirely female ensemble, starring Meg Ryan, Annette Bening, Eva Mendes, Jada Pinkett Smith, Debra Messing, Bette Midler, Candice Bergen, Carrie Fisher and Cloris Leachman.

Mary (MEG RYAN) becomes the object of concern by her tight-knit group of New City friends, when they discover that Mary’s husband has been cheating on her. Even more heartbreaking for Mary is the betrayal by her best friend, Sylvie (ANNETTE BENING), bringing an end to their long-time relationship.

Based upon the play by Clare Boothe Luce and the 1939 motion picture “The Women” screenplay by Anita Loos and Jane Murfin. Written for the screen and directed by Diane English. Produced by Victoria Pearman, Mick Jagger, Bill Johnson and Diane English. 

Released by Picturehouse, in Association with Inferno and Double Edge Entertainment, 

a Jagged Films and Inferno Production with Shukovsky English Entertainment