Protocol (1984)

The US needs to convince the visiting emir Khala'ad of Othar to allow an American military base in his strategic realm. Clueless nightclub waitress Sunny Ann Davis accidentally spots and ... See full summary »

Director:

Herbert Ross

Writers:

Buck Henry (screenplay by), Charles Shyer (story by)

Stars:

Goldie Hawn, Chris Sarandon, Richard Romanus

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Goldie Hawn	...	Sunny
Chris Sarandon	...	Michael Ransome
Richard Romanus	...	Emir
Andre Gregory	...	Nawaf Al Kabeer (as André Gregory)
Gail Strickland	...	Mrs. St. John
Cliff De Young	...	Hilley
Keith Szarabajka	...	Crowe
Ed Begley Jr.	...	Hassler
James Staley	...	Vice President Merck
Kenneth Mars	...	Lou
Jean Smart	...	Ella
Maria O'Brien	...	Donna
Joel Brooks	...	Ben
Grainger Hines	...	Jerry
Kenneth McMillan	...	Senator Norris

Storyline

The US needs to convince the visiting emir Khala'ad of Othar to allow an American military base in his strategic realm. Clueless nightclub waitress Sunny Ann Davis accidentally spots and stops a terrorist shooting at the president and his royal guest. Her naive comments charm the press, so the State Department recruits her for its Protocol. She falls in love with charming Middle East desk chief Michael Ransome, who resigns rather than help trick her into a 'contact mission' to Othar, where the emir's plan with her unexpectedly stirs a revolution.

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Plot Keywords:

political comedy | female lead | one word title | press conference | attempted shooting | 

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Taglines:

There's something funny going on in Washington. Goldie's about to become a diplomat.

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Genres:

Comedy

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Certificate:

PG

Did You Know?

Trivia

The meaning of the term "Protocol" as shown by an optically highlighted reading of a dictionary in the movie defined it as "the customs and regulations dealing with the ceremonies and etiquette of the diplomatic corps".

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Goofs

In the scene where Sunny Davis realizes she's been duped and the protest begins, she is wearing a skirt and heels. As she runs up the stairs and onto the roof, she's wearing sneakers. When they escape, she's in heels again.

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Quotes

Sunny Davis: I'm not yelling, I'm just speaking distinctly!

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Crazy Credits

Closing credits: For you, Dad Love, Kink

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Connections

References Serengeti (1959)

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Soundtracks

The Glamorous Life
Written by Prince (uncredited)
Performed by Sheila E.
Courtesy of Warner Bros. Records, Inc.
By arrangement with Warner Special Products

User Reviews

Brave Goldie

A pretty average movie but a brave one from Ms Hawn to promote this vehicle as Exec Producer & as a starring vehicle. Although she ends up vindicated, she is willing to portray herself as the dizzy bimbo. How many other A listed actresses have subjected themselves to butt injury pratfalls since this movie? Not many. Does this mean the female butt cannot be funny? Goldie surpasses other actresses as she has maintained a screen persona & ventures in projects other won't. Sandra Bullock occasionally goes there,for example, Miss Congeniality but Nicole Kidman would never cop the pratfall. A wonderful performer. Great to see some of my favorite actors, Chris Sarandon & Cliff DeYoung notably.

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 December 1984 (USA)

Also Known As:

Protocol

Filming Locations:

Washington Monument - 15th Street & Constitution Avenue NW, National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$12,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$3,427,840, 25 December 1984

Gross USA:

$26,186,631

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$26,186,631

Company Credits

Production Co:

Hawn / Sylbert Movie Company, Warner Bros.

Technical Specs

Runtime:

96 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Stereo (as Dolby Stereo® in selected cinemas)

Color:

Color (Technicolor) (as Technicolor®)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1