The Stepford Wives (2004)

It started out ok, but went progressively downhill. By the end, the plot was so flimsy it completely fell apart. I had no personal investment in any of the characters. Besides a few moments, it wasn't very funny either.

Rating: D-

The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

An enjoyable romp into the world of fashion, more so than the contrived series Ugly Betty, which borders on the absurd, rather than funny. Streep is good, but not Oscar good. There were plenty of other performances that should have been nominated in her place. Even so, I liked the film, if only because it poked fun at the absurdity of the fashion industry, while simultaneously attempting to justify it.

Rating: C+