![]() Behind Office Doors (1931) and Beauty and the Boss (1932)Įncouraged by films and television series of the first half of the 20th century, the stereotype of the assistant/receptionist/secretary was a young woman who hoped to land a husband while on the job, preferably her unmarried boss. And yes, a film actually about Weinstein is among them. So the curation below of movies to watch after you see The Assistant (which is now streaming on Hulu) consists of a mix of direct and indirect precursors. Green (whose previous films Ukraine is Not a Brothel and Casting JonBenet are must-see documentaries) has named some of the classic movies and filmmakers that influenced The Assistant, none of which have to do with stories of assistants, receptionists, or secretaries. However, The Assistant is also timelessly informed by history as well as traditional depictions of assistant roles in fiction. The Assistant is definitely a film for its time, representing not only sexual harassment in the office but also the general mistreatment and underappreciation of women workers that has been going on forever (I recommend also pairing the film with the latest season of the podcast You Must Remember This about the invaluable but largely unknown Polly Platt). The Assistant (one of our favorite flms of 2020) is more broadly about all survivors of workplace abuses, but especially the kind of subtle offenses we see done to the titular protagonist, Jane ( Julia Garner), in this day-in-the-life portrayal. While its main character is not actually based on any employee who worked for Harvey Weinstein, the movie mogul and convicted rapist’s story was an influence on the setting for the film. There is an obvious real-life inspiration for Kitty Green‘s The Assistant. This entry recommends movies to watch after The Assistant. ![]() Learn some film history, become a more well-rounded viewer, and enjoy likeminded works of the past. Any plan switch after redemption of this offer will result in forfeiture of the discount pricing.Welcome to Movie DNA, a column that recognizes the direct and indirect cinematic roots of new movies. Not combinable with any free trial of the Hulu (ad-supported) plan or any other promotional offers or pricing (including The Disney Bundle) not redeemable via gift card. Offer valid for new and eligible returning subscribers (who have not been Hulu subscribers in the past month) only. Certain account information provided to Disney+ and/or ESPN+ for activation and administration. Access content from each service separately, and select ESPN+ content via Hulu. Existing subscription(s) with Disney+ and/or ESPN+ will not be changed or replaced by Live TV. Amount charged will be adjusted to account for those existing subscription(s) as long as they are maintained. Please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.įor Live TV, now with Disney+ and ESPN+: if you already have existing subscription(s) with Disney+ and/or ESPN+, you may sign up without cancelling your existing subscription(s). Pricing, channels, features, content, and compatible devices subject to change. Number of permitted concurrent streams will vary based on the terms of your subscription. Click here to check channel availability in your area. Programming subject to regional availability, blackouts, and device restrictions. Live TV may vary by subscription and location. Location data required to access content. Streaming content may count against your data usage. Multiple concurrent streams and HD content may require higher bandwidth. Compatible device and high-speed, broadband Internet connection required. Live TV is available in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia only. For personal and non-commercial use only. Any free trials valid for new and eligible returning subscribers only.
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