The Good Boss

Monday 8th September 8pm

A film from Spain with English subtitles

See review of our July foreign under  Blog

Described as a workplace comedy, “The Good Boss" takes place in and around the Blancos Básculas factory, where all things must be in balance at all times. After all, they manufacture scales all shapes and sizes. There, the seemingly benevolent boss, Bardem's Blanco, is preparing his workforce for an upcoming inspection by a group visiting local businesses to select one for a prestigious prize. Tensions begin to mount, however, when recently fired employee Jose shows up with his two children and begins making demands for the reinstatement of his employment. When Blanco's management team refuses, the employee begins a one man crusade to discredit Blanco and prevent him from winning the much-coveted award.        
Tickets £6.50                                       

(Run time 1hr 56min) 

 Spot-on as corporate satire, infused humanity thanks to a funny and committed cast, The Good Boss draws its inspiration from classic workplace comedies like Office Space and The Devil Wears Prada .

Bill Newcott   The Saturday Evening Post

 The Good Boss has a propulsive energy that kept me constantly interested and entertained. Of course, Bardem is terrific, as is everyone around him.

Jonathan W. Hickman The Newnan Times-Herald