The Devil Wears Prada is devilishly entertaining - (7/5)
by Irasema Romero, Reporter
The Devil Wears Prada
20th Century Fox
Directed by David Frankel
Writen by Aline Brosh McKenna, Don Roos
Starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci, Simon Baker, Emily Blunt
The Devil Wears Prada is for anyone who has ever dreamed big.
Andy Sach, played by actress Anne Hathaway, is a Northwestern University graduate who wants a big break into the journalism field, but it is not as easy as she would have thought, after an interview at fashion magazine Runway. Infamous editor in chief, Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, decides that Andy might have something to offer.
In the beginning of the story, I could totally relate to Andy’s personality and position of recent college graduate. Her character reminded me of my own dreams and the fact than journalism is much more than glamour and fashion.
Throughout the movie, I was so involved in Andy’s character that I felt her panic and anxiety, as Miranda’s intimidating personality pressed on. This movie is an awakening for those who believe that the fashion world is filled with just glamour; backstabbing and scheming are also predominant in the movie. Andy has to decide between the life that she always wanted, or one most girls would die to have.
Streep’s portrayal of Miranda is too real. Every time she walked into a scene, I was intimidated and felt the need to look my best, just like her secretaries. It is amazing to see Streep play an older woman with such panache and glamour; certainly it was wonderful representation.
Andy, , is the epitome of a nerdy hardcore news journalist, until she decides to take a hold of her career at Runway by dressing the part. Hathaway’s performance was overshadowed by Streep’s grandness, although her personification was to the point.
Andy’s boyfriend needed more personality and character. He did not fully motivate nor truly discourage her from continuing to work at Runway. Even with actor Adrian Grenier’s attractiveness, the character was not manly enough.
Director David Frankel, who has directed television hits like Sex and the City and Entourage, takes the audience deep into the world of fashion. He provided a great development of the story while clearly portraying each character.
Definitely, The Devil Wears Prada is a fascinating movie, with heart and a great message of self-confidence and individuality. It is a must see. |
