Pretty Woman (1990)

I seem to have been on something of a romantic comedy kick lately, and here is one of the big ones of the genera Pretty Woman. Somehow I had never seen this movie before, though I remember that my parents had a copy of it which was kept in the 'out of generally circulation' VHS drawer, along with The Fisher King and Speed. The movie just works, charismatic leads, charming supporting players, and the story is not in a hurry so there is plenty of time for development. Julia Roberts was only twenty one years old and stunning, and even though she was playing (the worlds cleanest) prostitute and Richard Gere is nearly twice her age and that should be creepy, you still love them together. Such is the magic of Garry Marshall. Deservedly one of the classics. Ralph Bellamy's final screen performance. ****