Lisa Gottlieb, an American director, is known for her work on the 1985 cult classic Just One of the Guys. This film showcases her ability to blend comedy with themes of gender identity and societal expectations, making it a staple in the genre. Gottlieb's career also includes teaching filmmaking at prestigious institutions like the University of Miami and USC, where she imparts her knowledge of narrative and direction to the next generation of filmmakers. Her contributions to the genre continue to resonate with audiences who appreciate the nuances of cult cinema.
Just One of the Guys
When Terry Griffith loses her high school's writing competition, she's convinced that it's because she's a girl. So Terry decides to change high schools and pose as a boy to prove her point. Her brother, Buddy, helps her pass as a guy so well that she is soon making friends with the boys at school, including the attractive Rick, who becomes her new best friend. But her gender-swapping makes things difficult when she falls in love with him.
