Cast
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Susan Saint James
as Rita Massaro
Barbara Eden
as Lee Rawlins
Tony Roberts
as Mike Holden
Robyn Douglass
as Karen Heineman
Penny Peyser
as Tracy Beaumont
Joe Penny
as Beau Galloway
Jonathan Goldsmith
as Bill Pearson
David Wayne
as Ben Nayfack
Jaki Morrison
as Cindy
Hugh Gorrian
as Sid Praeger
Nik Hagler
as Tim Weiss
Gaetana Campbell
as Miss Wells
Yvonne McCord
as Deena
David Wurst
as Ted
Eddie Hinton
as Reg
Crew
Director
- Ted Post
Writer
- Richard Danus
Producer
- Barry Oringer
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Girls in the Office represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Romance/TV Movie cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Ted Post brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1979, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Girls in the Office took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 155 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 38 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1979, when this film was released:
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 2, 1979
- Runtime: 1h 40m