The Assistant
A searing look at a day in the life of an assistant to a powerful executive. As Jane follows her daily routine, she grows increasingly aware of the insidious abuse that threatens every aspect of her position.
Release Year
2020
Runtime
88 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
A searing look at a day in the life of an assistant to a powerful executive. As Jane follows her daily routine, she grows increasingly aware of the insidious abuse that threatens every aspect of her position.
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The Assistant is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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