“I’m not crazy. I’ve just been in a very bad mood for 40 years.”
synopsis
Three female office workers—Violet, Judy, and Doralee—are pushed to the edge by their sexist, incompetent boss. After fantasizing about revenge, they accidentally gain leverage over him and take control of the office, transforming it into a progressive, employee-friendly workplace. Chaos and empowerment collide in this workplace rebellion comedy.
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mini-review
Bright, punchy, and cathartic, this is revenge fantasy done with charm. The performances (especially Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton) elevate what could have been a broad farce into something culturally sharp. The satire isn’t subtle—but it doesn’t need to be.
It’s gleeful office anarchy.
A girls’ night in, popcorn, and the shared fantasy that your worst boss might someday get what he deserves.
Absurdist's Corner
The speed at which three middle managers restructure corporate policy without triggering shareholder panic is… optimistic. Also, kidnapping your boss and suspending him from the ceiling while still making payroll? That’s impressive multitasking.
fun facts
Dolly Parton wrote and performed the title song, which became a massive hit.
This was Parton’s feature film debut.
The cast (Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin) reportedly bonded strongly during filming.
The film’s office-set fantasy revenge sequence became one of its most quoted segments.
It inspired a short-lived TV series and later a Broadway musical.