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'Kinky Boots': Fashioned on the movie assembly line
by Steve Murray

So, I understand you'd like to make a cozy little feature about adorable, small-town British characters who struggle against big odds and come out winning? Yes, exactly like "Calendar Girls" and "The Full Monty" and "Brassed Off" and "Saving Grace." You'll need a beaten-down hero who has to find new faith in himself in an unlikely, colorful way, and lead his quirky friends and/or colleagues to a rousing victory at the end. ... Read the full review

TO SUM UP
When his father suddenly passes away, Charlie unexpectedly takes charge of the sinking family shoe-making business. He soon realizes that to stay afloat he's going to have to lay off many of his dad's loyal, life-long employees. Then he is literally smacked in the face with an idea that could bring the factory roaring back to life: the brave new world of sexy cross-dressing footwear.

FILM FACTS ...

Miramax Films

'Kinky Boots'

Director: Julian Jarrold
Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Joel Edgerton, Sarah-Jane Potts, Jemima Rooper, Ewan Hooper
Run time: 106 minutes
Release date: April 14, 2006
Rating: PG-13 for thematic material involving sexuality, and for language.
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READ THE REVIEW

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: D
"Let's dig through this Plot Recycling Bin and see what will serve to help Charlie turn the family business around..."