The Secret of My Success

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The Secret of My Success is a classic 1987 comedy film directed by Herbert Ross and starring Michael J. Fox. The movie follows the story of Brantley Foster, a recent college graduate who moves to New York City in search of a job in the corporate world. When his dream job falls through, Brantley finds himself working in the mailroom of his uncle's company, where he hatches a plan to climb the corporate ladder by posing as an executive.

As he juggles his dual life and romantic entanglements, comedic chaos ensues, leading to a series of hilarious and heartwarming moments that ultimately explore the themes of ambition, identity, and love.

Making / Production

The Secret of My Success was produced by David Willis and Ray Stark, with a screenplay written by Jim Cash and Jack Epps Jr. The film was shot on location in New York City and features iconic settings such as the World Trade Center and Central Park.

Actors

• Michael J. Fox - Brantley Foster
• Helen Slater - Christy Wills
• Richard Jordan - Howard Prescott
• Margaret Whitton - Vera Prescott

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original title of the film was "The Secret Of My Succe$s", but it was later changed during the production process.
• Michael J. Fox had to work extensively with a dialect coach to perfect his New York accent for the role.
• The film's soundtrack features music by popular artists of the 1980s, adding to the overall nostalgic charm of the movie.

Quotes

• "Love means never having to say you're sorry, or having to give your parking space to your boss's wife." - Brantley Foster
• "Life may be full of challenges, but with a touch of ambition and a sprinkle of luck, anything is possible." - Christy Wills

Music, Soundtrack

• "Oh Yeah" by Yello
• "The Secret of My Success" by Night Ranger
• "I Burn for You" by Danny Peck