Material Girls

Plot synopsis:
Tanzania "Tanzie" (Hilary Duff) and Ava (Haylie Duff), two rich, spoiled Hollywood socialite sisters who enjoy material things such as shopping and dating, rather than caring about the family cosmetics company Marchetta Cosmetics which was founded by Victor Manchetta (Philip Casnoff). When Victor passes away and Tanzie and Ava's mother married to a prince, Marchetta Cosmetics is run by its co-founder and family friend Tommy Katzenbach (Brent Spiner). One year later, Tanzie plans to go to college in the future and Ava is planning to announce her engagement with fiancè Mic (Brandon Beemer) to the public, despite having been engaged months ago.
When a major media scandal involving their father's night cream causing extreme skin conditions breaks out on the news, the press soon mob the girls, causing theirs and their father's reputation destroyed, forcing them to stay inside. Soon, an accidental fire starts in their mansion. Ava quickly grabs her engagement party dress and some miscellaneous objects. Tanzie, on the other hand, takes her father's TiVo which had a recording of her father talking about his cosmetics on the news and doesn't grab any clothes. They leave for a hotel and soon learn all their credit cards have been shut down, leaving the girls completely broke. So they go and stay with their maid and close family friend Inez (María Conchita Alonso) in her small apartment and their car gets stolen by two guys (Joel Madden and Benji Madden) they mistakenly took them for valets.
The next morning, Ava and Tanzie take a bus to Ava's engagement party. They go to Ava’s engagement party, where they see Etienne make a break for it once they see the girls arrive, realizing that their friends only liked them for their money and reputation. Ava also finds out that Mic has dumped her, though it was done through Mic’s agent Sol (Larry Poindexter). Tommy plans to persuade the board of directors to sell the their Marchetta Cosmetics to their biggest competitor Fabiella (Anjelica Huston) for over $60 million. The girls however, are tempted to listen to their advisors as they all agree to sell the company to Fabiella and gives them 30 days to make the deal official. After the company's lab technician/chemist Rick (Marcus Coloma) gets them away from the press, Ava and Tanzie decide to make their own investigation by asking legal clinic lawyer Henry (Lukas Haas). He refuses to help them as he thinks they can help themselves for being high privileged.
Although this means that they could return to the extravagant lifestyle they were accustomed to, they decide to honor their father's memory by trying to turn it around themselves. The girls decide to get to the root of the scandal.
When they track down the cat lady who was the source of the allegations, they learn from a neighbor that she was in fact born with a skin disease that caused her disfiguration and had just received surgery for it. With what they have learned, the girls successfully manage to clear the Marchetta name and reclaim the company when they revealed that Tommy was behind the scandal and plotted to sell the company to Fabiella at a cheap price when she, Tommy, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, and some other people meet with them. With help from the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Ava and Tanzie remove Tommy as the CEO.
Nearly six months after the scandal began, the girls are seen leading the company, with Ava as the new CEO and Tanzie working as a chemist with them both finding their true loves. For Tanzie, it was Rick. For Ava, it was Henry.

Tags: satire

Review:
It seemed more like a movie done between the Duff sisters for fun.
First let me say that I like the Duff sisters, so I was not looking to hate this movie.
Now that I've seen ("wasted money on" is another way to say it) this movie, I can tell you I will not ever buy this and will never watch this again.The only reason I gave this a one instead of a two is that I genuinely like the Duff sisters.
Certainly no adults would (or should) choose to see this movie if they weren't going for their daughters, but neither was this movie properly aimed at young girls (the Duffs' main fan base.) As far as the PG rating, I am not a prude - I actually own Mean Girls, and I am fairly liberal about what my children watch (e.g., we love Friends, even though others think the material is not always appropriate for kids) but I squirmed in my seat for the moms that had younger children in the audience, as well as for my 11 year old daughter.
The Duff sisters aside, there were some genuinely talented people in the cast (Anjelica Huston, Maria Conchita Alonso) but the script was so bad that there was no saving this movie.
Technically, there was bad continuity (Check out Hilary's hairstyles - in the beginning there is one scene where her french braid magically disappears with a camera angle change; or the lips moving out of sequence with the dialogue)and the jarring special effects editing were distracting and juvenile.Like the characters themselves, this movie is all form with no substance..
Material Girls reviewed by Sam Osbornrating: 1 out of 4There's a moment in Material Girls when the infinitely wise and humble lawyer at the Free Legal Clinic bears down on the equally infinite stupidity of Ava Marchetta (Haylie Duff) and coolly snarls, "you're all frosting, without the cupcake." Granted, this one-liner is of no great wit or intelligence it does hold a kind of all-encompassing truth about Material Girls.
I like Hillary Duff, but I have to say that she is far from a good actress, and her sister Hailey can not act at all.
Based on those two pieces of eye candy alone, I give the "two".Without their looks I would give it a 0.If you want to watch a better chick teen flick, try Mean Girls.
But the worst parts of the movie (and there are so many bad moments) were the little touches of racism: Hillary Duff's imitation of a "gang-banger" by putting on a bad Mexican accent, and the black executive's (the only minor character who didn't overact, actually) breaking out into rap at the end.
First, I'm not the typical guy that just goes to see this kind of movies for the bit**** that appears on the cast(Come on people, you actually do that?), but mostly i see these kind of movies because im bored or because i have nothing else to see on the cinemas..that's the LAST time i will do something so stupid like that.
These girls KNOW that they can't act.When I see this pair actually doing a movie about...a modest life with REAL troubles(let's say, paying the bills and actually getting a job)with a San Bernardo instead of the Fu**ing Chihuahua,I will smile at them.I thought one Paris was enough..
MATERIAL GIRLS is bad because the people who made this movie took themselves seriously.
And as for the DUFF sisters, I think they're highly over-rated, spoiled and are two of the worst actresses in the world...don't even get me started on Hilary's singing!
And children, in general, need to get over their pre-occupation with money and fame--as if the glamorous life accounts for a lack of morales and stupidity.Thank God the Duff sisters may not get hired to do motion pictures on the big screen after this.
because much like tinfoil and shiny things lure in pack rats, this kind of movie, with its overdose of fashion, diamonds, and corny one-liners draws in the pack rat audience, mostly comprising of 8 year old girls.
This movie stars Hilary duff and Haylie duff which shows 2 materialistic young ladies that lose their lives to the financial loss of their family makeup business.
Hilary in real life is a hard working person for her career, which reminds me of her character in this material girls film.
All the characters say are some stupid one-liners and the plot doesn't really get a chance to grow (like it would matter, because the whole idea sucks).I saw Material Girls on an airplane when flying from Finland to Hong Kong.
Blithely oblivious to anything outside their cocoon of comfort, Tanzie (Hilary) and Ava Marchetta (Haylie) devote themselves to partying frequently and dressing fashionably when they're not occupied with minimal duties as the ubiquitous "faces" for the eponymous cosmetics firm founded by their late father.For most of the first half-hour or so, the Marchetta sisters come across as insufferable ditzes, even during their random acts of noblesse oblige.
They wind up having to rely on the hospitality of their former maid (Maria Conchita Alonso) while trying to master the working-class routine of riding the bus, applying for jobs and doing really, really gross things like washing dishes.While doing so, each sibling acquires her very own romantic interest: a pro bono lawyer (Lukas Haas) for Ava, a hunky lab assistant (Marcus Coloma) for Tanzie.My Opinion: I haven't watched anything that is more dumbly lacking in subtlety.
Frankly movies like Material Girls sicken me.
Personally,I couldn't spot anything that was meant to be funny in this movie, let alone any talented acting skills.Do not waste your money and time for a raff like this.
Hilary shows she can act and has only gotten better with each movie she makes.the storyline in it is good and has again great family values and good morals.everyone will love it and need to see it.
give Hilary and Hayley your support for this one.and again Hilary has proved herself as to why she is my favorite actress.Both girls are very into the part they play and knew there roles very well.Overall the movie is great to take kids to they would enjoy it also.I rate this movie as excellent, as it is a must see for all duff fans!!highly recommended!!
One there were only like three joke that were funny, the acting made me want to commit suicide, Hilary and Hayley were Just plain disturbing and Angelica Huston looked like she was going to kill herself.I would too if i had to work with them.Through out the whole movie there all like"I'm not paying you till i see your good service" which was retarded they know that you have to pay and also everybody knows how to clean and they have to act like they don't.
the funny parts of the movie didn't come up till the girls lose there money.
my guess is that they had more rude comments but they had to change the lines to get their PG rating, but thats the only part that bothered me.All in all it was a good movie, not what your used to seeing Hilary play, there were a lot of adult lines and scenes to film.
Material Girls: The Good and Bad. As a huge Hilary Duff fan, I've always enjoyed her work because she's so lovable.
On the plus side, the Duff sisters were likable in this movie and I came out thinking that Haylie was quite a good actress because she really brought something special to her character.
If you really like the Duff girls, go see it and have a good time because this movie does pick up and get kind of fun but if you're looking for a really great movie, I would suggest you look elsewhere..
what r u doing thats so good in r life that makes u good enough to say they suck well they don't anyways if u don't like hilary they y did u even go see the movie ever one should go see it its a great lesson in life and is great to watch and laugh.
i just wanted to say this movie was a good one and keep doing what ur doing hilary and hailey ( i think i spelled it wrong) but I'm in a hurry.
1.- The whole script/story seems to be written by a 5 year old, honestly, when i was a little kid I used to play with my friends "Rich Sisters" and several parts of this movie were like taking out from that playing days.
2.- Hayle Duff felt so happy doing this movie because that way she forgot how "X" she is, she was cool for once in her life so good for her.
6.- The Duffs playing the Olsens 7.- Good Charlotte was in it.In Conclusion, this movie for me was like an offense for humanity in general.
How can anybody enjoy this movie; acting was horrible, yes the Duff sisters can't act together; a stupid director is never good; and to top it all off there is no story-line at all, at all.
However I think we all love a chick flick every now and again, pretty, rich and kinda dumb girls, cute guys and a cosmetics empire!
I think that Hilary and Haylie Duff are great actors and if you listened to the bonus material they say that they want the performance to come across as fake because that's how they thought the Marchetta sisters were.
Hilary and Haylie Duff tried their best to put on a great performance for everyone and I think that we should appreciate it.
Overall I thought that Material Girls was a good movie because it had its funny parts and underneath it did have a lesson even if they might not have made it clear enough..
The reason Material Girls is #1 on this list is because people can't just accept that Hilary is a good person and they are basing there votes on who she is not how the movie was!
People should stop trying to trash it and just enjoy it because it was really good.I know it hasn't opened everywhere yet so some people cant see it................I don't know what else to write but i need ten lines so you can stop reading now have a nice day ..................go see the movie ......you will love it very much!
I think that Material Girls  is Finally Hilary Duff's breakthrough movie role.
Also  Haylie Duff and Ajelica Houston make good actress choices for the roles  that they play in this movie..
For example when the sisters go on a bus, and in the trailer the bus driver says it will be $1.35 and then Haylie Duff says that she isn't tipping him till she knows how good his service is, well in the movie, they get on the bus, the bus driver holds them back, Haylie says her line, and then the bus driver says how much it costs.
It's not a movie that you'll say awe I wish I went to the pirates of the Caribbean instead, unless you like fighting shows and you're a boy.Before I went to see this movie since people said hardly anything good about it I thought I would not like it as much as for instance the Pirates of the Caribean.Mostly girls from the age of 6-12 will like this movies more than younger and elders=).yes great movie if u saw this message thanks if u agreed or listened OR thought it was funny for a kid to talk like this thank you for your cooperation!.
HIlary Duff also isn't the best actress, but shes a far sight better than some, and the fact that she is extremely pretty doesn't exactly hinder things.
Now that Hilary Duff and Lindsay Lohan have become more than just actresses (they have released CDs at some point), many people, as evidenced here at IMDb, think that this movie is a big turkey, right?Actually, I think it's great!!!!!"Material Girls" may not be like a Madonna type of film (she sang a song with the same name back in the 80s), but it's good!
Material Girls is a really hilarious movie that I do recommend, 'cuase it's full of elements that will make u laugh a lot!I don't see why most people think it's a horrible movie or most people don't recommend it, I mean, if you're bored and you want to have fun for a while, laugh a little and everything, it's a really good movie to watch, 'cause you'll do that!Anyways, I do think the story it's not that original, but still, it's really good!!!
I tried to watch this movie because of Hilary Duff!
I really like Hilary Duff but this movie didn't really have any substance.
The acting is horrible (which Hilary Duff acts the same in all her movies so expect that)..
The theme song material girls was a great version by hilary and Haylie,the whole movie rocked but it definitely depends on your style and taste in movies..
Of course, if you're looking for a well acted movie, you should rent a nicholas cage movie or whatever, but if you're looking for a fun movie to watch on a girl's night, or with your little sister, this one is great!
I saw how everyone was saying that this movie was bad, and i wanted to see it for myself, since i'm a very BIG fan of Hilary Duff.
I personally like these kinds of movies, and well, I think that this one isn't the BEST but it definitely isn't the WORST!.
In this comedy/drama, Material Girls, starring Hilary and Haylie Duff, Anjelica Huston, and Brent Spiner is never ending misfortune.
If there were ever a though, material girls wouldn't be able to make it on their own, then watch this movie.
Yes her sister may not be that great of an actress but apparently Hilary Duff is if everyone keeps coming back for more.
And "Material Girls" Shows Something Different & Better Than Hilary Duff Last Movie...
Afterall,"Material Girls" Is Fun Movie With Some Good Messages In It. Worth To Watch.
Reviewer Bias: Loves Hilary Duff "Material Girls" is not horrible, but not great either.
The emotion of the movie comes in large part from Inez, the house keeper as the girls realize she truly cares about them and wants them to succeed.Much of the humor of the film comes from idiotic sincerity of Ava and Tanzie as they try to adjust to a "normal" way of life, such as when Tanzie gripes about not getting unemployment money and argues that she should get more, having never been employed.
More time should have been spent showing the change of the girls at the end instead of finding clues in the middle.This movie isn't great, but it is entertaining and humorous and worth a rental..
Material Girls was a great movie.
I totally love this movie, both of the girls, Hilary and Haylie, are playing perfectly and they both are so pretty.
I have never seen a movie with Hailie Duff in it so I think that if it has them as sisters in it it should be really good.
Halie Duff hasn't acted very much before, I know that Hilary is going to be good because she has been in a lot of things before.I don't have anything against Hailie but I just don't think that she will be as good in this as another experienced actress would be.
The only thing I can do to describe this horrific experience is when I was watching another film acted by Hillary Duff, The Lizzie McGuire movie.
A Good Movie, But Not Much Of A Comedy At All. Material Girls begins ghastly enough.
Hilary Duff was TV's sweet Lizzie McGuire, while Haylie recently has had a recurring role as a single mom on the family drama 7th Heaven, so it is not surprising that what Material Girls offers is pretty wholesome entertainment.
OK, i know a lot of people think Hilary Duff is annoying and stupid and thats why they give her movies bad ratings.
I saw Material Girls earlier today in,go figure,an empty theater.I had wanted to see it because I had heard such awful things about so i wanted to judge for myself.And I have to say it really was'NT that bad.I mean lets face it its not going to win any Oscars but who expects a movie starring Hilary and Hailey Duff to win anything but a Kids Choice Award.The story is rather simple and to the point.They're rich popular and than they're poor and unpopular,end of story.But it was almost enjoyable to watch,it had a few funny moments but also a few long boring moments.Long story short its an enjoyable,but rather forgettable,way to spend two hours.Unless you're a ten year old girl than you'll probably Loooove this!.
I thinks its the best movie like ever.
To all the haters stop hating this movie, just because Hilary duff is in it doesn't mean its bad.
I expected a horrible mess of a movieso imagine my surprise when I discovered that "Material Girls" is *gasp* not that bad.Tanzie (Hilary Duff) and Ava (Haylie Duff) Marchetta are the faces of Marchetta Cosmetics, not to mention the daughters of its recently-deceased founder.
Haylie Duff is much like her sister.
Anjelica Huston is such a great actress and always gives good performances, but why does she waste her time in movies like these?
This film missed this :( definitely not the best film (Hilary's worst to be honest) but a lot better than some other films out there!Before watching a movie, i have expectations especially if i like the cast.
I would recommend this film to people who like comedy, romance and a good story to watch..