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"Soapdish" is "Network" crossed with "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls," a soap opera about a soap opera, with a plot that churns together sex, scandal, jealousy, secrets from the past, television in-jokes and the supreme sacrifice of becoming a brain donor.
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Soapdish may not be as addictive as the serialized dramas it's spoofing, but a talented cast helps make this affectionate sendup feel fresh. Read Critics Reviews. TOP CRITIC. Rated: C- • Sep 7 ...
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- Michael Hoffman
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Soapdish is a forgotten 90's comedy gem. Exceptional performance from Sally Field who exemplifies the character of a popular TV star but who suffers from insecurities. Great cameo from Carrie Fisher too.
Dated, insensitive jokes aside, Soapdish has a lot going for it. This kind of slapstick is enormously difficult to pull off well, and director Michael Hoffman does an admirable job of keeping the...
May 31, 1991 · Soapdish: Directed by Michael Hoffman. With Cathy Moriarty, Teri Hatcher, Robert Downey Jr., Sally Field. An ambitious television soap actress connives with her producer to scuttle the career of the show's long-time star, but nothing works as they plan.
Soapdish is a 1991 American comedy film directed by Michael Hoffman, from a screenplay by Robert Harling and Andrew Bergman. The film was produced by Aaron Spelling and Alan Greisman, and executive produced by Herbert Ross. The film tells a backstage story of the cast and crew of a popular fictional television soap opera.
