Beauty Shop (2005) movie poster

Beauty Shop (2005)

"A cut above"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 78%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 38%, MC: 53) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (546 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
38%
Metacritic
53
Cast
Queen Latifah as Gina Norris
Alfre Woodard as Ms. Josephine
Mena Suvari as Joanne
Della Reese as Mrs. Towner
Kevin Bacon as Jorge
Most people think so. 78% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 546 votes. Critics scored it lower at 46%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Far from Chicago, hairdresser Gina Norris has relocated to Atlanta with her daughter and has quickly established herself as a rare talent in her profession. But after repeatedly butting heads with her shady, over-the-top boss, Jorge, Norris sets out to create her own salon -- even snagging a few of Jorge's employees and clients. Now, Jorge will do anything to shut her down. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2005 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Beauty Shop was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Beauty Shop is a 2005 comedy, romance film directed by Bille Woodruff. Far from Chicago, hairdresser Gina Norris has relocated to Atlanta with her daughter and has quickly established herself as a rare talent in her profession. But after repeatedly butting heads with her shady, over-the-top boss, Jorge, Norris sets out to create her own salon -- even snagging a few of Jorge's employees and clients.

Now, Jorge will do anything to shut her down. The film has been rated by 546 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Beauty Shop delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Beauty Shop (2005) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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