El diablo viste de Prada

Despite feminists insisting relentlessly that there are no differences between men and women, I believe that this particular film is enjoyed more by women (and by men with a tendency towards fashion design and hairstyling). However, I don't reject it myself, even though it was full of clichés and quite predictable. It was a very undemanding comedy, which is why I found it quite relaxing. I even laughed at some of the jokes. I don't particularly like Anne Hathaway, but I'm very fond of Meryl Streep, who can give an excellent performance even when the movie is complete nonsense. Emily Blunt is pleasing to the eye, and Stanley Tucci is an actor I always look forward to seeing. I wasn't ecstatic, but on the other hand, I don't consider it a waste of time. / Lesson learned: Clothes make the man. But who makes the clothes? (21.05.2023)

A run-of-the-mill movie with an uninteresting story. If it weren’t for that phenomenal creature Miranda Priestly - played by Meryl Streep who obviously really enjoyed herself - then you would most likely forget everything you see in this movie immediately. A harmless and inoffensive movie that, thanks to Streep, gives the impression of being something a little more than a mere romantic comedy about how an American girl learns the right moral values. If the picture had been all about Miranda instead, it could have been excellent. (18.11.2006)

The Devil Wears Prada confidently presents itself as an exclusive product from the world of haute couture, even though it is, in fact, a ready-to-wear garment from a film quality perspective. The romantic and comedic elements are unremarkable and the story itself is unfortunately quite shallow. Essentially, it is a modification of the story of the ugly ducklings who transform into dazzling prom queens overnight. Anne Hathaway undergoes a similar transformation from a likable girl next door who doesn't know what mascara is (!) to an elegant supermodel who could easily grace the covers of international magazines (which, incidentally, is what Anne's character did). The aspect that describes and criticizes the relationship of subordination and manipulability with people is interesting, but even that is superficial and Veber dealt with it infinitely better in his film The Toy. All in all, the only thing of value is Meryl Streep's performance as a confident, perfectionist professional, which is flawless, and the actress effortlessly handles a role significantly younger than she is. Although I must admit, I didn't quite believe she was the mother of 8-year-old twins at 57. Despite essentially being kitsch, it is lightweight kitsch, well-directed, and does not descend into self-parody. Overall impression: 50%. (19.05.2010)

The environment is interesting, the guy usually doesn't pay much attention to it, learns a little about it, but it usually goes over his head. A man doesn't have to understand the fashion industry much, at least not if he is not really interested in it, or if he is not one of the designers. Personally, I don't really care about this, so I welcome any opportunity to educate myself in various different forms of business and employment. I don't really like this environment at all, although it must be said that it's not all about fashion. It's about corporate America and how it views people who don't try to stand out. It's depressing. "The Devil Wears Prada" is a comedy that has great attributes. It has a likeable actress in the lead role, maybe one of the most popular ones, whom I personally like a lot. Anne Hathaway is charming, and she has a princess-like quality. But what's more important is the fact that Anne can act, which she has proven several times before. "The Devil Wears Prada" is a very good comedy for me, which doesn't exceed the average of the genre, but it's still a film that captivates and entertains. As a rational person, however, I have to say: What the hell was that supposed to be?! So a woman gives up her career - and she had something going for her - just because she loves some idiot who happens to become a sous-chef, to somehow soften the insanity of her decision? If we think we live in a fairytale, fine, we can accept this ending, but I'm sure that 99% of women wouldn't let go of such a job, especially when they were already past the worst. More: http://www.filmovy-denik.cz/2012/11/prada-tlumocnice-sveraci-kazajka.html (02.03.2013)

As a light-hearted diversion it's perfect, but as a popular comedy from an attractive setting and with four great actors, I was quite disappointed. Hathaway tries her best, but she can't pull it off on her own, Blunt and Tucci play second fiddle, and the excellent Streep alone isn’t enough to elevate this big fashion show to a high average. I can't say I didn't have fun, but Simon Pegg and his How to Lose Friends & Alienate People is a whole different thing. 65% (07.07.2013)