Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women

| 1994

Directed by: Julie Brown, Richard Wenk

Main Plot

"Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women" is a satirical comedy film that parodies two high-profile media stories from the early 1990s. The movie features two separate segments, each focusing on a different infamous woman. In the first segment, a disgruntled ice skater plots to sabotage her rival's chances of winning a major competition. The second segment centers on a disgruntled housewife who becomes embroiled in a scandal involving a hot tub and a murder plot. Both stories are exaggerated for comedic effect, blending absurdity with sharp social commentary. The film uses humor to critique the sensationalism of media coverage and the public's fascination with scandal.

Characters

  • Julie Brown plays Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a parody character who humorously navigates absurd situations, adding comedic relief and satirical commentary to the plot.
  • Newell Alexander plays Dr. Bob Harlan, a bumbling scientist whose failed experiment inadvertently causes chaos, driving the plot's comedic misadventures and misunderstandings.
  • Lisa Arch plays Paula, a quirky and supportive friend who helps the protagonist navigate a series of comedic misadventures involving mistaken identities and unexpected challenges.

Ending Explained

"Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women," directed by Julie Brown and Richard Wenk, is a satirical comedy that parodies sensational media stories and tabloid culture. The film features two main segments: "Tonya: The Battle of Wounded Knee" and "He Never Give Me Orgasm: The Lenora Babbitt Story," both of which spoof real-life events involving Tonya Harding and Lorena Bobbitt. In the conclusion of the film, both storylines reach their comedic climaxes. In "Tonya: The Battle of Wounded Knee," the exaggerated and farcical depiction of the infamous ice-skating scandal culminates with Tonya's over-the-top antics and ultimate downfall, highlighting the absurdity of the media frenzy surrounding the real event. Meanwhile, "He Never Give Me Orgasm: The Lenora Babbitt Story" wraps up with Lenora's exaggerated revenge on her unfaithful husband, leading to a humorous resolution that underscores the sensationalism of the actual incident. The film ends by bringing both stories together, emphasizing the ridiculousness of tabloid sensationalism and the public's fascination with scandal. Through its satirical lens, "Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women" delivers a humorous critique of how media can distort and amplify real-life events for entertainment.

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