What Women Want 2000

Overview

What Women Want is a 2000 film centered on the life of an advertising executive named Nick Marshall. The story follows Nick, who is characterized as a cocky and chauvinistic man. His professional life takes a turn when he is passed over for a promotion at his firm. Following an unexpected accident, Nick gains the supernatural ability to hear the internal thoughts of women. He decides to utilize this newfound talent to his advantage in the workplace, specifically targeting his professional rival, Darcy. Darcy is his new boss, and the plot explores their dynamic as she appears to be infatuated with him. Throughout the film, Nick must navigate his daily interactions while coping with the constant influx of women's thoughts. The narrative focuses on how this shift in perspective impacts his career ambitions and his relationship with his new superior. The film examines the consequences of his ability as he attempts to manipulate the situation to regain his standing within the company.