# Private Benjamin (1980)

> A newly widowed socialite discovers unexpected strength, comic resilience, and romantic uncertainty after joining the United States Army.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/5821

## Facts

- Runtime: 110 min
- Genres: Comedy
- Director: Howard Zieff
- Cast: Goldie Hawn, Eileen Brennan, Armand Assante, Robert Webber, Sam Wanamaker, Barbara Barrie, Mary Kay Place, Harry Dean Stanton
- TMDB rating: 6.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0081375/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, breezy, irreverent, lazy sunday, comfort viewing

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