FILMPBPrivate Benjamin1980
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Private Benjamin
Comedy film with a runtime of 109 minutes, released in 1980. Presented in English.
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Devastated when her brand-new husband drops dead, ditsy socialite Judy Benjamin buys a pitch delivered by a duplicitous recruiter for the Women's Army Corps. Quickly advised that she won't receive the luxury accommodations she'd been promised, Judy is forced to go through basic training like any other "grunt.", Lighthearted story of a widow who joins the army. Following her elderly husband's death on their wedding night, the widow is duped into signing up for the Women's Army Corps. Fort Biloxi proves a disastrous initiation, but amidst the mayhem the young woman discovers self-esteem for the first time in her life.
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How long is Private Benjamin?
Private Benjamin runs for 1h 49m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under comedy, military, comedy-drama, drama.
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