Women is Losers

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Women is Losers

2021

1h 24m

Drama

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In 1960's San Francisco, bright and talented catholic school girl Celina Guerrera (ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD's Lorenza Izzo) survives a difficult home life by following the rules. That is until an indiscretion creates a series of devastating consequences. As Celina faces the compounded obstacles of being young and alone, she sets out to rise above the oppression of poverty and invest in a future that sets new precedents for the time. Inspired by real women and the Janis Joplin song of the same title.

Critics Consensus

While it might have benefited from a subtler approach to its message, Women Is Losers is elevated by outstanding work from lead Lorenza Izzo.

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Concepción de León

New York Times

More often the direct addresses feel overly didactic, seeming to prioritize changing minds over telling a story.

Oct 19, 2021

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Richard Brody

The New Yorker

A brisk and bright-toned tale of personal struggle amid political obstacles.

Oct 18, 2021

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

Feliciano uses creative ways to keep things from getting didactic, even staging a sassy little musical number in the Mission. It boasts a killer soundtrack too.

Mar 26, 2021

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Yasmine Kandil

Discussing Film

A poetic testimony to the perseverance of women.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 15, 2024

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Paula Farmer

culturevulture.net

It's well-worth seeking out and spreading the word about.

Jan 6, 2022

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Rosa Parra

Latinx Lens

A Latina-led period piece? Yes!, please. Wholeheartedly appreciated the thematics covered which is a wide range of female issues. Anchored by a magnetic performance from Lorenza Izzo.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 20, 2021

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Audience Member

I totally loved this movie. I really connected with the mother and her journey because she reminded me of my mother and her journey. I also love this story because it depicts the story of many of the imported people in America. This is a must watch movie. Lisette Feliciano is an amazing director.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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Yuv L

A great movie that tackles the challenges faced by a single mother going through many challenges and overlooks the laws and progress America has as a country with its human rights around the world especially focussing on women's rights in a pretty beautiful way. Had an amazing lead with great emotional builds and a consistent well thought fast pace that worked well in telling this story of the movie. The relationships established earlier on felt way more connecting than the ones that were messy or sprinkled throughout. The 4th wall breaks and smart cinematography with a soundtrack and unique directing had this movie going for a great run but the lack of emotional empowerment and some sloppy drive into the plot pulled it away from being as good as it could've been.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

07/01/22

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Audience Member

Interesting story, well acted and photographed. An important historical look at discrimination and abortion.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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Audience Member

Such a compelling film with a beautiful story told though Lorenza Izzo's character. If you're tired of being bombarded with reboots, superhero films, and sequels, and just want to see something fresh and original...THIS MOVIE IS IT.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/18/23

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Audience Member

One of my favorite films of 2021.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/17/23

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Audience Member

This is an amazing film by a young woman who knows her subject inside and out. Her characters are alive and her story involves her own family and herself. Aware as she is of the use of breaking the fourth wall in comedy, she uses it to engage with her audience. I cannot recommend this film enough.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Synopsis

In 1960's San Francisco, bright and talented catholic school girl Celina Guerrera (ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD's Lorenza Izzo) survives a difficult home life by following the rules. That is until an indiscretion creates a series of devastating consequences. As Celina faces the compounded obstacles of being young and alone, she sets out to rise above the oppression of poverty and invest in a future that sets new precedents for the time. Inspired by real women and the Janis Joplin song of the same title.

Director: Lissette Feliciano
Producer: Andrea Chung
Screenwriter: Lissette Feliciano, Lissette Feliciano
Production Co: Bowery Hills Entertainment, Look At The Moon Pictures
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 25, 2021
Runtime: 1h 24m

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