Pretty Woman

One of the cornerstones of romantic comedy, but something is still missing. I never really liked the crazy approach to the role by Julia Roberts and I prefer Richard Gere as a slightly older veteran actor in more serious roles. The best character for me, undoubtedly, is the hotel manager played by Hector Elizondo, who has never again surpassed this tiny role. Still, there is something likable about this Hollywood hustle and bustle that doesn't allow me to find fault with it despite my reservations. (19.06.2006)

Fairy tale that never ages and, on the contrary, matures like wine. Incredibly lively and experienced Marshall's direction (may the ground be light to him) and the life roles of Gere and Roberts. I prefer Pretty Woman more and more with each viewing. (13.01.2020)

If your eyes don’t sparkle with nostalgia, there is no help for you. Pretty Woman is stereotypical, predictable and full of romantic clichés, but it is so entertaining, sincere and has so many great scenes and jokes that it simply cannot be lumped together with other often quite vulgar romantic films. Richard Gere is a charming gentleman, Julia Roberts is an adorable boor – perfect casting, excellent performances. The music and the setting of a western metropolis are also just perfect. Unfortunately, the frequent repetitions on our TV stations significantly degrade this film for the audience, even though the film itself is not to blame. Today, it is an irreplaceable piece that captivates with its elegance and a simple, yet pleasant scent of humor and wit. Dreams do come true, don't they? (01.01.2007)

I love movies with Julia Roberts and I'm even happier when Richard Gere is by her side. A timeless romance that never gets old. It's the "Vuitton" of movies... it lasts for years, everyone loves it and tries to emulate it... in vain. There's only ever one original. Perfect music, script, and style. A film that entertains, makes you cry, and makes you hot... the best! (04.12.2010)

Whatever Pretty Woman might be like, I will always remember it as the movie that I first saw in the open-air cinema in Karlovy Vary. And that included an opening word by Richard Gere himself who was really surprised why we like this old movie and that almost seven thousand people gathered to watch it. What can you do? Pretty Woman is nice. It’s nice to watch, iron by, sleep by and all the other things you can do while watching movies. It’s simply a nice movie to go with any activity while watching TV. And there’s plenty of those. And I think most viewers in our country will like it, especially if you watch it with the excellent dubbing that always used to be done in our country (and sometimes still is). (08.09.2015)