Tootsie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tootsie |
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| Directed by | Sydney Pollack |
| Produced by | Sydney Pollack Dick Richards |
| Written by | Larry Gelbart Barry Levinson (uncredited) Elaine May (uncredited) Murray Schisgal from the story by Gelbart and Don McGuire |
| Starring | Dustin Hoffman Jessica Lange Teri Garr Dabney Coleman |
| Music by | Dave Grusin (also songs) |
| Cinematography | Owen Roizman |
| Editing by | Fredric Steinkamp and William Steinkamp |
| Distributed by | Columbia Pictures |
| Release date(s) | December 17, 1982 |
| Running time | 116 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Tootsie is a funny and heartwarming American movie from 1982. It's a comedy and drama about an actor who tries something totally different to get a job. The movie was made by Columbia Pictures.
The main character, Michael Dorsey (played by Dustin Hoffman), is a talented but struggling actor. He can't seem to get any roles because he's known for being difficult. To finally get a job, Michael decides to try out for a part in a soap opera as a woman. He creates a new identity: Dorothy Michaels.
As Dorothy, Michael gets the role and becomes a big star on the show! But keeping his secret is very tricky. He also falls in love with one of his co-stars, Julie Nichols (played by Jessica Lange), who only knows him as Dorothy. This leads to many funny and complicated situations.
In 1998, the United States Library of Congress chose Tootsie to be kept in the National Film Registry. This means the movie is considered very important and special.
The main song from the movie, "It Might Be You", became a popular hit. It was sung by Stephen Bishop. The music was created by Dave Grusin, and the lyrics were written by Marilyn and Alan Bergman.
Main Characters in Tootsie
- Dustin Hoffman plays Michael Dorsey, the struggling actor, and his female character, Dorothy Michaels.
- Jessica Lange plays Julie Nichols, a kind actress who becomes friends with Dorothy.
- Teri Garr plays Sandy Lester, Michael's friend and fellow actor.
- Dabney Coleman plays Ron Carlisle, the director of the soap opera.
- Charles Durning plays Leslie "Les" Nichols, Julie's father.
- Bill Murray plays Jeff Slater, Michael's roommate and best friend.
- Sydney Pollack plays George Fields, Michael's agent.
- George Gaynes plays John Van Horn, a charming actor on the soap opera.
- Geena Davis plays April Page, another actress on the soap opera.
- Doris Belack plays Rita Marshall, the soap opera's producer.
- Lynne Thigpen plays Jo, a friend of Dorothy's.
- Estelle Getty plays Middle Aged Woman
- Michael M. Ryan plays Elderly Aged Man
Awards and Recognition
Tootsie was a very successful movie and received many awards and nominations. It was nominated for ten Academy Awards, which are also known as the Oscars.
Jessica Lange won the Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance as Julie Nichols.
Other nominations included:
- Best Picture: This award goes to the movie itself.
- Best Actor in a Leading Role: For Dustin Hoffman's amazing performance.
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role: For Teri Garr.
- Best Director: For Sydney Pollack.
- Best Original Screenplay: For the movie's story and script.
- Best Original Song ("It Might Be You"): For the song from the movie.
- Best Sound: For the sound quality in the movie.
- Best Cinematography: For the movie's camera work and visuals.
- Best Film Editing: For how the movie was put together.
In 2000, the movie was ranked number two on the AFI's 100 Years... 100 Laughs list. This list celebrates the funniest movies in American cinema history.
See also
In Spanish: Tootsie para niños
