An enjoyable romp in the fashion industry with great New York and Paris Scenes.

Rating: 9/10 (14 July 2006)

This movie seems to accurately portray the fashion magazine industry which is fast paced. It was a good backdrop to present the dictatorial boss who actually was trying to get the job done with high standards but running over people as she does it. There is the pleasant young lady who enters the story with a lot of naiveté but perseveres regardless. There is the tinge of romance in the movie. I thought it was a good story line which moved swiftly. Meryl Streep is excellent as always and adds depth to the movie. Anne Hathaway seems to be a very good new talent and was enjoyable to watch. Another strength of the movie is its excellent location scenes; both in New York and Paris. It gives the movie additional breath. Much is made of the tyrannic character Meryl Streep plays in the reviews. Actually the movie includes showing a slight crack in the personality. Alas, the character lets slip a little humaneness. I would say she is typical though of the hard charging successful female type. Actually with Meryl playing the role, the viewer does not even get mad at her. Who could get mad at Meryl Streep ? Her charm comes through in the character. I liked the movie. The fashion industry in all its facets reflects consumerism in the US and Western markets. This makes for a fascinating story.