The 1993 remake of is a romantic comedy that updates the 1950 classic for a modern audience. Starring Melanie Griffith , John Goodman , and Don Johnson , the film explores themes of intellectual awakening and political corruption against the backdrop of Washington, D.C.. Film Synopsis
: The film was one of the few on-screen collaborations between then-spouses Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson. Born Yesterday (1993)
: Harry Brock (John Goodman), a billionaire scrap-metal tycoon, travels to Washington, D.C., to buy influence with congressmen. Fearing his unrefined girlfriend, Billie Dawn (Melanie Griffith), will embarrass him in elite social circles, he hires a journalist to "smarten her up". The 1993 remake of is a romantic comedy
: Paul Verrall (Don Johnson), a well-educated journalist, begins tutoring Billie. As she discovers the power of literature, law, and history, she realizes she is being used as a pawn in Harry's corrupt business deals. : Harry Brock (John Goodman), a billionaire scrap-metal
: The film was a significant production during a period when stars Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson were famously married in real life. Viewing Options