Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman

Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman

Year: 1993

Runtime: 85 mins

Language: English

Director: Christopher Guest

Science FictionTV MovieComedyMonsters aliens sci-fi and the apocalypseAction-packed space and alien sagas

Long mocked as “the little woman,” Nancy, an abused heiress, is transformed into a 50‑foot giant after a bizarre alien encounter. Empowered by her new size, she sets out to exact revenge on her cheating husband and anyone who ever dismissed or insulted her, turning her humiliation into a towering showdown.

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Desert road, Small town, Honey's Salon, Stable, UFO site

The story unfolds across a desert road and a nearby town that serves as social hub and power center. Key locations include Honey's salon, a large stable used for Nancy's medical observation, and the desert where the initial encounter with the UFO occurs. A National Guard pursuit and a dramatic escape expand the setting from intimate spaces to wide, perilous environments.

🏜️ Desert setting 🏙️ Town outskirts 🏚️ Stable & salon areas 🚀 UFO scene

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Main Characters – Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman (1993)

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Nancy Archer (Daryl Hannah)

Initially insecure and constrained by a failing marriage, Nancy discovers immense physical power after her encounter with the UFO. Her transformation fuels a new sense of self and triggers a shift in how others perceive and treat her. She navigates fear, desire, and responsibility as she asserts her autonomy.

💪 Empowerment 🧬 Body Transformation 🧠 Self-Discovery

Dr. Theodora Cushing (Frances Fisher)

Nancy's psychiatrist who cares for her mental well-being and helps interpret the changes she undergoes. She provides professional insight into Nancy's self-esteem issues and marriage troubles, acting as a grounding presence in the escalating events.

🧠 Doctor 🤝 Trust

Hamilton Cobb (William Windom)

A powerful town magnate determined to expand his control through Nancy's inheritance. He schemes to buy out the town and uses others to advance his ambitions, embodying public-facing greed and calculated manipulation.

💰 Greed 🏛️ Power

Harry Archer (Daniel Baldwin)

Nancy's husband who carries on an affair with Honey and plots to kill Nancy to take over the family business. His plan relies on deception and cold calculation, exposing his ruthlessness and willingness to sacrifice others for wealth and status.

💔 Betrayal 💰 Greed

Louise 'Honey' Parker (Cristi Conaway)

Harry's mistress who becomes complicit in the scheme and later seeks her own stake in the town's business, ultimately negotiating with Hamilton. Her actions show ambition and a willingness to manipulate others for personal gain.

💄 Glamour 💰 Greed

Dr. Victor Loeb (Paul Benedict)

A physician who observes Nancy's hormonal surge and cautions about the risks of altering her physiology. He discusses the possibility of a cure and the dangers of a forced controlled environment, highlighting ethical tensions in medical intervention.

🧪 Science ⚖️ Ethics

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Major Themes – Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman (1993)

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💪 Empowerment

Nancy's transformation from insecure wife to a self-assured, physically powerful woman forms the emotional core of the story. Her new strength challenges traditional gender roles and alters how others treat her, shifting power within the family and town. The growth is both liberating and dangerous, as autonomy comes with new risks and responsibilities. The narrative uses her size as a metaphor for agency.

💰 Greed & Power

Hamilton Cobb's planning to buy the town reveals how wealth can be used to control communities and sever loyalties. Harry's betrayal adds a personal layer to the economic struggle, intensifying the conflict as the family business becomes the battleground. The pursuit of money drives dangerous schemes and undermines trust.

🧪 Science & Ethics

Dr. Loeb's observation of the hormonal surge that causes Nancy's growth frames a medical mystery. The story explores the ethics of experimentation, secrecy, and the limits of medical intervention when power and safety collide. Nancy's need for help clashes with the doctor’s warnings about risking her heart and life.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 15:46

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