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A classic 1980s comedy featuring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin, 9 To 5 is slated for a remake. The idea is under production; Jennifer Aniston will produce the movie via Echo Films, her firm. Released in 1980, the original movie explores issues of workplace sexism and discrimination by following three female colleagues who scheme against their despotic employer. It was a cultural classic since its funny comedy and moving message connected with viewers.
Screenwriter Diablo Cody, known for her work on Juno and Lisa Frankenstein, hinted at the direction she intends to use for the adaptation in a recent interview. Cody said she sees the struggle in the new movie as generational, more especially between Gen Z and Baby Boomers working together. She admitted that the workforce of today differs from that of the 1980s since a new generation sets limits and supports work-life balance. Older generations, on the other hand, were frequently advised to "suck it up" and deal with challenging workplaces.
News of a possible sequel including the original cast members surfaced in 2018 but finally faded out. But the remake has now formally been confirmed with Aniston leading. Though details are still few, Cody is writing the script and Echo Films, the production company will supervise the project.
Cody is the perfect fit for modernizing 9 To 5 because of her sharp tongue and distinct voice. Renowned for her performance in Friends, Jennifer Aniston also plays a major part behind the remake. Apart from her production responsibilities, Aniston's possible actor participation is yet unknown. She co-produced and acted in Murder Mystery 2 for Netflix, though, implying she would be amenable to a dual role.
While such problems still exist today, the original 9 to 5 tackled important 1980s concerns. The current workplace has changed. Examining the conflict between generations and the evolving labor scene of the twenty-first century, the remake will address this change. Echoing the main idea of the original, the movie will probably depict a group of workers who rebel against their supervisor. Still under wraps, though, are the particulars of their revolt and the dynamics of the workplace.