Career Opportunities

Name: Career Opportunities
Director: Bryan Gordon
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Released: 1991-01-01
Duration: 83 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Frank Whaley, Jennifer Connelly, Dermot Mulroney, Kieran Mulroney, John M. Jackson

1991Dir. Bryan Gordon1h 23m

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Runtime1h 23m

Released1991

Budget$6M

Box office$11.3M

DirectorBryan Gordon

About This Movie

Career Opportunities has this odd charm, really. It’s a bit of a time capsule, reflecting early '90s youth with that unmistakable blend of comedy and romance. You’ve got Jennifer Connelly as Josie, a character with genuine depth, and Frank Whaley as Jim, the janitor who’s more than just a slacker stereotype. The whole overnight Target setting creates this unique, surreal atmosphere—who knew a big box store could feel so intimate? The pacing meanders a bit, but it fits the vibe of two lost souls finding connection in the most mundane place. And those practical effects? They add a certain rawness that's refreshing. Not a genre-defining flick, but it certainly has its quirks and memorable moments.

Released by Touchstone Pictures in 1991.Filmed on location in a single Target store.Features practical effects and minimal CGI.Notable for its early '90s pop culture references.