Where to Watch
Checking availability in your country…
Cast
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2004
Runtime1h 15m
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
Genres—
Votes1
DirectorPeggy Ahwesh, Bobby Abate
WritersPeggy Ahwesh, Bobby Abate
TypeFeature Film
Rating9.0 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsCertain Women
About Certain Women
Caldwell's pulp storytelling, proto-feminist stance and unabashed social dramatization of his characters are a distinct vision of the condition of women -- specifically working class women. His broadly drawn themes of small town hypocrisy and restrictive moral values contextualize the titular characters' struggle for sexual expression, stability and independence. Certain Women is a disconcerting parable that pays tribute to but also defies the 50s period style of Caldwell, opting for contemporary small town situations and cinematic style. This cautionary tale of four heroic yet ordinary women is fashioned out of the past but relies on observations of the present historical moment and its political reality.
Directed by Peggy Ahwesh, Bobby Abate, Certain Women leans on a strong ensemble — Wendi Weger, Martina Meijer Torr, Jessica Watson — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2004.
Read More on the BlogYou Might Also Like
More like Certain Women, picked from what people are watching
6.7The Stepford Wives
1975 6.7
Joanna Eberhart comes to the town of Stepford, Connecticut with her family, but soon discovers there lies a sinister truth in the all too perfect behavior of the female residents.
The Stepford Wives
1975
6.2Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire
2023 6.2
When the ruthless forces of the Motherworld threaten a quiet farming village on a distant moon, a mysterious outsider becomes its best hope for survival.
Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire
2023
6.2Waiting to Exhale
1995 6.2
Cheated on, mistreated and stepped on, the women are holding their breath, waiting for the elusive "good man" to break a string of less-than-stellar lovers. Friends and confidants Vannah, Bernie, Glo and Robin talk it all out, determined to find a better way to breathe.
Waiting to Exhale
1995
7.2Moxie
2021 7.2
Inspired by her mom's rebellious past and a confident new friend, a shy 16-year-old publishes an anonymous zine calling out sexism at her school.
Moxie
2021
6.5The Witches of Eastwick
1987 6.5
Three single women in a picturesque village have their wishes granted, at a cost, when a mysterious and flamboyant man arrives in their lives.
The Witches of Eastwick
1987
6.7The World According to Garp
1982 6.7
A struggling young writer finds his life and work dominated by his unfaithful wife and his radical feminist mother, whose best-selling manifesto turns her into a cultural icon.
The World According to Garp
1982
User Reviews
9.0
Community rating
Loading reviews…
From the Blog
All Posts
News
Michael OTT Release Date: The Michael Jackson Biopic Streams August 29
The Michael Jackson biopic arrives on JioHotstar on August 29, 2026. Here is where to watch it, what you need, and why it is one of the year’s biggest music films.
News
Jana Nayagan OTT Release Date: When Vijay’s Film Streams on ZEE5
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan is headed to ZEE5 for its digital premiere. Here is the latest on its OTT release date and where to watch, updated as news is confirmed.
Guides
What Should I Watch Tonight? How to Decide in 5 Minutes
The average person spends more time scrolling than watching. Here's a 5-minute method to pick tonight's movie or show by mood, not by endless browsing.