The Smell of Success

Year: 2009

Runtime: 96 mins

Language: English

Director: Michael Polish

Comedy

After the sudden death of Mr. Rose, founder of Rose’s Manure Company, his sales force faces ruin. His estranged daughter Rosemary, an upscale cosmetics saleswoman, takes over despite no experience. Determined to make the foul business profitable, she confronts a scheming fertilizer rep and leans on top salesman Patrick Fitzpatrick to protect the company’s legacy.

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