Pretty Woman (1990)

Cast includes:
CHARACTER	ACTOR/ACTRESS	RATING
Edward Lewis	Richard Gere
Vivian Ward	Julia Roberts	½
James Morse	Ralph Bellamy	½
Phillip Stuckey	Jason Alexander
Barnard Thompson	Hector Elizondo
Kit De Luca	Laura San Giacomo	½
David Morse	Alex Hyde-White	-
Mr. Hollister	Larry Miller	-
Detective	Hank Azaria	-

Review

This Pygmalion inspired rom-com fantasy in which prostitute Julia Roberts is hired by filthy rich businessman Richard Gere to be his escort for a week is a dreamy throwback to Golden Age studio filmmaking. There's a sense of nostalgia running through almost every scene and the picture isn't ashamed of its heritage – it's remarkably assured in its own skin. The carefree confidence gives the film the required allure and makes you root for Vivian and her transformation, regardless of whatever stigmas it may or may not entail. You want her to get back at whomever has treated her badly, you want her to change Edward with her paradoxical virtue, and of course you want love to prevail. It's the same old story, but it has a fresh angle, is expertly produced and boasts warm, attractive performances from its two stars.