Still Working 9 to 5
NR
9
2022
1 hr 35 min
Documentary
Examines the 40-year evolution of gender inequality and discrimination in the workplace since the 1980 release of the comedy film “9 to 5” starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, and Dabney Coleman.
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- Cast：
- Dolly Parton , Jane Fonda , Lily Tomlin , Allison Janney , Rita Moreno , Dabney Coleman , Megan Hilty
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Reviews
Save your money for something good and enjoyable
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Redundant and unnecessary.
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Simple and well acted, it has tension enough to knot the stomach.
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For having a relatively low budget, the film's style and overall art direction are immensely impressive.
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