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Unhook the Stars

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Unhook the Stars (1997)

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Reviews Counted:15

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Rotten:3

Average Rating:6.6/10

Runtime: 1 hr 45 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: This poignant film explores the various relationships in the life of Mildred, a middle-aged benevolent widow. Mildred is having problems relating to her rebellious daughter, so she begins a... This poignant film explores the various relationships in the life of Mildred, a middle-aged benevolent widow. Mildred is having problems relating to her rebellious daughter, so she begins a friendship with abused mom Monica, and in particular, Monica's young son. Later, Mildred forms a bond with Big Tommy, a French truck driver who develops a serious crush on her. The ups and downs of these relationships teach the already wise Mildred a few more things about life -- and about herself. [More]

Starring: Gena Rowlands, Marisa Tomei, Gérard Depardieu, Jake Lloyd

Starring: Gena Rowlands, Marisa Tomei, Gérard Depardieu, Jake Lloyd, Moira Kelly, David Sherrill, David Thornton, Bridgette Wilson, Bobby Cooper, Clint Howard, Dave Rowlands, James Bozian, Christy Lenk, Brittney Lewis, Vincent Curto, D. Chance Williams, Gerard L'Heureux, Tom Proctor, Dru Homer, Terri Sue Judkins

Director: Nick Cassavetes

Director: Nick Cassavetes
Screenwriter: Nick Cassavetes, Helen Caldwell
Producer: Rene Cleitman
Composer: Steven Hufsteter

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The movie is likable and sympathetic but probably too muted to compel much damn-the -torpedoing to the multiplex.

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a performance-driven picture——and what driving.

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Brandon Judell
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Nick Cassavetes' first feature celebrates the acting grandeur of his mom Gena Rowlands, casting her in the lead role as a older woman who would rather stick to her independent lifestyle than be dependent on her kids; I wish the script were better.

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Charts the transformation of a middle-class suburban widow.

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Cassavetes' film reveals that he has a sharp eye for human nature.

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