---
title: "The Match Factory Girl"
year: 1990
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-match-factory-girl-1990"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 7974
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Match Factory Girl (1990) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-match-factory-girl-1990

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Match Factory Girl is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A timid factory worker's quiet life spirals toward vengeance after an unexpected pregnancy."

### Why Watch
- A character-driven drama about longing and retaliation
- A stark look at working-class life

### Caveats & Content Note
- Its bleak tone may feel heavy
- Pacing is deliberately slow
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes of abandonment and revenge, making it unsuitable for younger audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, slow-burn, bleak, intimate

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 9 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was originally released in 1990, with a US release on November 4, 1992.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
It follows Iris, a shy factory worker who becomes pregnant after a one-night stand and seeks revenge.

### Q: Is the film appropriate for all audiences?
The film deals with mature themes such as abandonment and revenge, so it may not be suitable for younger viewers.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Match Factory Girl — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/7974)

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