I Really Hate My Job (2007)
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26% of users liked it
(599 ratings)
As the employees at a London restaurant prepare for the arrival of a high-profile Hollywood actor, it quickly becomes apparent that the five women working to make this important meal a success suffer form delusions of grandeur. In the eye of most customers they're three waitresses, a cook, and a… More As the employees at a London restaurant prepare for the arrival of a high-profile Hollywood actor, it quickly becomes apparent that the five women working to make this important meal a success suffer form delusions of grandeur. In the eye of most customers they're three waitresses, a cook, and a dishwasher, but ask these dejected young workers to describe themselves and chances are you'll get an ear-full. Whether discussing weighty issues of love and art, attempting to capture a rat, or contending with a kitchen coup d'état, the workers at this restaurant are always up to something behind the scenes. Later tonight, a famous Hollywood movie star is set to dine at the restaurant, a revelation that sends each one of the imaginative workers into a tailspin of anticipation. Neve Campbell, Shirley Henderson, and Danny Huston star in a film from writer/director Oliver Parker (St. Trinians, An Ideal Husband). ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Directed By
- Oliver Parker
- Genres
- Comedy
Unrated,
- In Theaters
- Jun 13, 2007 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Cris Kennedy, Screenwize
At first glance, there appears much to recommend about his latest work, I really hate my job, though appearances can be deceptive, despite a fine cast, including Brit character actor Shirley Henderson and the long-lost Neve Campbell as two of a team of wo
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Marina Pliatsikas, FILMINK (Australia)
If you must, see it just for the sepia-toned song and dance sequence performed by Danny Huston in a tuxedo and top hat. Yes, you read that sentence correctly.
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Andrew L. Urban, Urban Cinefile
Unfortunately a lack of genuine observation continues to dog the film throughout and despite excellent performances, it's all 'pretend'.
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Cast
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Neve Campbell
as Abi
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Shirley Henderson
as Alice
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Alexandra Maria Lara
as Suzie
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Anna Maxwell Martin
as Madonna
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Oana Pellea
as Rita
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Danny Huston
as Himself
