Movie Summary

Dustin Hoffman shines in "Tootsie" as a struggling actor who disguises himself as a woman to land a role.

Movie Summary

Hoffman's portrayal of Michael Dorsey/Dorothy Michaels is both hilarious and heartwarming.

One of the most endearing things about Tootsie, a movie released in 1982, is Dustin Hoffman's performance as Michael Dorsey, a struggling actor who disguises himself as a woman to land a role on a popular soap opera. Hoffman's portrayal of both Dorsey and his female alter ego, Dorothy Michaels, is both hilarious and heartwarming.

The film follows Dorsey as he navigates the challenges of living as a woman, including dealing with sexism and harassment. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about empathy and the importance of being true to oneself.

Tootsie was a critical and commercial success, and it remains one of Hoffman's most iconic roles. The film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Hoffman, and it won for Best Supporting Actress for Jessica Lange.