Depictions of Working Women in Film

This popped up on MSN, and I thought it might be of use to somebody looking for a movie to rent over the holiday.

Whether fighting a class-action lawsuit in a push-up bra, kidnapping a boss for progressive office improvements or embezzling money, women in the workplace have always made for intriguing cinematic fodder.

They also reflect changing, evolving or, sometimes, de-evolving attitudes toward career gals in society, something that’s been relevant since the beginning of film. And Hollywood never tires of the topic.

The newest take, “The Devil Wears Prada,” pits a wide-eyed young assistant (Anne Hathaway) against her superior, a New York City magazine editor and ultimate Boss-zilla played by Meryl Streep.

As we anticipate an even fresher look at the working woman, we thought of other memorable cinematic depictions — some role models, some questionable and some just plain bad.

“Tune up for ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ with this look at cinematic working girls ”

Ten movies listed, from many different eras, and I’ve only seen one (”Erin Brockovich”). Saw that one because of the legal angle, I suspect.

Happy Fourth, all . . .

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