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Cinematic Rating

6.2 / 10

Budget

$29,000,000

Revenue

$26,900,000

Studio

Artists First, Paramount Pictures

Like a Boss Review

Unfiltered Review R Released: 2020 Rating: 6.2/10 1h 23m English Comedy

MovieWise Analysis

The Story: In 2020, audiences were introduced to Like a Boss. Taking place within the realm of Comedy, the story highlights Two female friends with very different ideals decide to start a beauty company together. One is more practical, while the other wants to earn her fortune and live a lavish lifestyle.

Cinematic Style: Technically, the project takes a bold approach. Rather than relying on clichés, it uses its identity as "The world of beauty is about to get ugly." to craft a world that feels both expansive and Logic-driven.

The Experience: The experience is defined by how it handles its central conflict. It doesn't just present a story; it builds an environment where the stakes feel personal and the resolution feels earned.

The Verdict: While many films in the Comedy space rely on formula, this project takes risks with its storytelling. For fans of the cast, it provides plenty of depth to chew on long after the credits roll.

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What Audiences Are Saying

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Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

"The dead of winter is the time studios like to shove their bottom-basement junk into theaters, bringing us movies that are instantly forgettable and brimming with mediocrity. The female-driven buddy comedy “Like A Boss” is a great example. This tolerable movie is perfectly fine for a mindless gir..."

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Kamurai

"Good watch, could watch again, and can recommend. It's a middle-class business versus high-class business trope, which normally would be a poor vs the rich / elite trope, so it's a slightly different spin on on a family setup. The real story seems to be a dysfunctional family sister-sister ..."

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