I Really Hate My Job

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  • NR
  • 2007
  • 1 hr 29 min
  • 5.1  (1,289)

I Really Hate My Job is a comedy-drama movie from 2007 directed by Oliver Parker. The film features an ensemble cast including Neve Campbell, Shirley Henderson, Alexandra Maria Lara, Oana Pellea, Anna Maxwell Martin, and others. The story is set in a small, trendy cafe in the heart of London on a busy Friday night. The protagonists of the story are five women who are friends and coworkers at the cafe. They all work as waitresses or bartenders, and like many young women in their 20s, they are struggling to make ends meet and figure out what they want to do with their lives.

The main character is Abi (played by Neve Campbell), a Canadian actress who moved to London hoping to launch her career but has been stuck working at the cafe for years. She is cynical, restless, and deeply unhappy with her life, and she drinks and smokes heavily to numb the pain.

Her coworkers include Alice (Shirley Henderson), the cafe's manager, who is neurotic and controlling; Serena (Alexandra Maria Lara), a Romanian immigrant who dreams of opening her own business; Suzie (Oana Pellea), a Polish waitress who is trying to support her young daughter; and Tipper (Anna Maxwell Martin), a bubbly, naive waitress who is obsessed with celebrities.

Throughout the course of the film, we learn more about each character's backstory, dreams, and frustrations, as they deal with a series of difficult customers, personal crises, and conflicts with each other. Abi struggles with her relationship with her boyfriend, who is a struggling actor; Alice deals with a cheating boyfriend and a demanding boss; Serena faces prejudice and harassment from some customers; Suzie reveals a shocking secret to her coworkers; and Tipper tries to impress a famous actor who visits the cafe.

Despite the chaos and frustration of their jobs, the women find moments of joy and solidarity with each other, as well as unexpected opportunities for growth and change. The movie is a witty and poignant exploration of the challenges and joys of modern women's lives, as they navigate love, work, and friendship in a fast-paced and unpredictable world.

Overall, I Really Hate My Job is a heartfelt and entertaining movie that showcases the talents of its talented cast and director. It's a great choice for anyone who enjoys character-driven comedies and dramas, and who wants to explore the complexities and contradictions of modern life.

I Really Hate My Job is a 2007 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.1.

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  • Release Date
    2007
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 29 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.1  (1,289)
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