Material Girls

Material Girls

Year: 2006

Runtime: 97 min

Language: English

Director: Martha Coolidge

ComedyRomanceFamily

As pampered heiresses, identical twins Tanzie (Hilary Duff) and Ava (Haylie Duff) face a rude awakening when a corporate scandal wipes out their fortune. With their inheritance in jeopardy, they must navigate a treacherous business landscape, resisting the temptation to sacrifice their values for quick fixes and instead embracing their entrepreneurial spirit to restore their family's legacy.

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Timeline – Material Girls (2006)
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1

Luxury Lifestyle

Tanzie and Ava enjoyed their life as affluent Hollywood socialites, indulging in extravagant shopping sprees and romantic escapades. However, their focus on luxury came at the cost of neglecting their family's cornerstone business, Marchetta Cosmetics.

Hollywood
2

Father's Passing

Following the death of their father, the sisters became increasingly concerned with maintaining their lavish lifestyles. Despite having a family business partner, Tommy Katzenbach, they paid little attention to the responsibilities that came with their father's legacy.

3

Media Scandal Breaks

Their glamorous lives took a turn when a media scandal erupted surrounding their popular night cream, which was linked to disfigurement in users. The sudden revelations caused their father's previously impeccable reputation to begin unraveling.

4

Retreat to the Mansion

In the wake of the scandal, Tanzie and Ava retreated to their opulent mansion, trying to cope with the devastating news. Their lives dramatically changed as they faced the reality of the situation that affected their family's name.

Mansion
5

House Fire

A tragic accident occurred when a fire broke out in their mansion, threatening their home and possessions. Amidst the chaos, the sisters salvaged personal items that held sentimental value, including their father's prized watch.

Mansion
6

Descent into Hardship

Their lavish lifestyle came crashing down as they faced financial ruin, culminating in a credit card blockade that left them penniless. With no other options, the sisters reluctantly sought refuge with Inez, their loyal maid and family friend.

7

Loss of Status

Stripped of their luxury car, which was stolen by impostors, the sisters were forced to navigate the world using public transport. Their diminished status was further highlighted when they were turned away from Ava's own engagement party.

Engagement Party Venue
8

Betrayal by Friends

As their situation worsened, supposed friends turned on them; Etienne was revealed as disloyal, while Mic's agent Sol dismissed Ava as a liability. This betrayal compounded their struggles and left them feeling increasingly isolated.

9

Plan to Sell the Business

With their father's legacy on the brink of collapse, Tommy proposed selling Marchetta Cosmetics to their rival for $60 million. The urgency placed on the sisters created immense pressure as they worked to avoid the impending disaster.

30 days
10

Seeking Legal Help

Amidst chaos, Tanzie's love interest, Rick, guided them to seek help from Henry, a lawyer. The sisters ambitiously proposed acting as private investigators to uncover the truth behind the scandal, striving to restore their father's name.

Free Legal Clinic
11

Investigating Margo

During a news report, Tanzie recognized Margo Thorness, who accused the company of causing her disfigurement. Taking a risk, she infiltrated KLAE offices to gain access to essential files regarding Margo's allegations.

KLAE Offices
12

Bail and Family Lesson

After being apprehended for her actions, Ava sacrificed their father's beloved Rolex to secure Tanzie's bail. This moment underscored the importance of familial bonds over material possessions, a realization that deeply affected Ava.

13

Margo's Admission

The truth came to light when Margo admitted she had accepted compensation from Marchetta for her supposed injuries. Furthermore, revelations about her pre-existing skin condition dismantled her false claims and vindicated the sisters.

14

Reclaiming Honor

With newfound evidence, Ava and Tanzie confronted Tommy during a board meeting, exposing his corrupt practices and reclaiming their family's integrity. Ava decisively terminated Tommy, ensuring the future of Marchetta Cosmetics.

Board Meeting
15

New Beginnings

Six months later, Ava embraced the role of CEO while Tanzie pursued her passion for chemistry. Both sisters emerged stronger, happily embracing their new paths and relationships, highlighting their resilience and unity.

Six months later

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