Top 10 Films About Business Women

Description: Tess McGill, a savvy but underappreciated secretary, seizes an opportunity to climb the corporate ladder when her boss breaks her leg, leading to a series of events that test her business acumen and integrity.

Fact: The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Melanie Griffith won a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy.

Description: This film tells the true story of Erin Brockovich, a single mother who becomes a legal assistant and almost single-handedly brings down a California power company accused of polluting a city's water supply. Her tenacity and legal savvy make her an icon of determination in the business world.

Fact: Julia Roberts won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Erin Brockovich. The real Erin Brockovich made a cameo in the film.

Description: While primarily a romantic comedy, the film features Amanda, a successful movie trailer producer, showcasing her business skills and the challenges of balancing work and personal life.

Fact: The film was shot in both Los Angeles and the English countryside, highlighting different business environments.

Description: A young aspiring journalist lands a job as an assistant to a powerful fashion magazine editor, learning the ins and outs of the high-stakes fashion industry and how to navigate the cutthroat world of business.

Fact: Meryl Streep's character, Miranda Priestly, was inspired by Vogue editor Anna Wintour. The film's title is a reference to a line from the book where Miranda criticizes a character's fashion sense.

Description: Although centered around a male protagonist, the film includes strong female characters who navigate the treacherous waters of Wall Street, showcasing their own brand of business acumen.

Fact: The film was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Margot Robbie's character, Naomi Lapaglia, was based on Nadine Macaluso, Jordan Belfort's second wife.

Description: This biographical drama focuses on Margaret Thatcher, Britain's first female Prime Minister, highlighting her political career and her impact on the business world through her economic policies.

Fact: Meryl Streep won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Thatcher. The film was criticized by some for its portrayal of Thatcher's later years.

Description: Skeeter, an aspiring writer, takes on the challenge of documenting the lives of African-American maids in 1960s Mississippi, which requires her to navigate the business of publishing and the social dynamics of her time.

Fact: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It was based on Kathryn Stockett's best-selling novel of the same name.

Description: While not exclusively about women, this film features several key female characters who play pivotal roles in the financial crisis, showcasing their intelligence and foresight in the male-dominated world of finance.

Fact: The film uses celebrity cameos to explain complex financial terms. Margot Robbie, in a bathtub, explains subprime mortgages.

Description: A 70-year-old widower becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, where he forms a bond with the company's workaholic CEO, learning about modern business practices and mentoring her in return.

Fact: Robert De Niro's character was inspired by real-life seniors who intern at startups. The film was shot in Brooklyn, New York, showcasing the city's vibrant business scene.

Description: Based on the true story of Joy Mangano, an entrepreneur who builds a business empire starting with the invention of the Miracle Mop. The film explores her journey through personal and professional obstacles to become a successful businesswoman.

Fact: Jennifer Lawrence, who plays Joy, was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance. The film was directed by David O. Russell, who previously worked with Lawrence on "Silver Linings Playbook."