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Twice in a Lifetime (1985)

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On the occasion of his 50th birthday, blue-collar family man Gene Hackman is possessed by our old friend, The Mid-Life Crisis. Visiting a local tavern, Hackman becomes enchanted by gorgeous barmaid Ann-Margret. In less time than it takes to down his beer, he has resolved to leave his wife Ellen Burstyn, and his daughters Ally Sheedy and Amy Madigan, in favor of a fresh start with his sexy new "conquest." The film deals not so much with Hackman's impulsive decision as with the genuine pain he

R, 1 hr. 57 min.

Drama

Directed By: Bud Yorkin

In Theaters: Oct 23, 1985 Wide

On DVD: Jul 12, 2005

Cast

Gene Hackman
Harry MacKenzie
Ann-Margret
Audrey Minelli
Ellen Burstyn
Kate MacKenzie
Amy Madigan
Sunny Sobel
Ally Sheedy
Helen MacKenzie
Darrell Larson
Jerry MacKenzie
Brian Dennehy
Nick
Chris Parker
Tim
Rachel Street
Joanne Sobel
Kevin Bleyer
Chris Sobel
Micole Mercurio
Betty
Doris Hugo Drewien
Millie
Lee Corrigan
Milos
Ralph Steadman
Mike
Rod Pilloud
Mick
Art Cahn
Nikos
Anne Ludlum
Susie
Kenneth Clark
Flower Man
Loretta Adair
Bingo Assistant
Denise Aiumu
Sales Clerk
Junior Barber
Young Kid
Gayle Bellows
Jean
George Catalano
Shoe Repairman
Sharon Collar
Maya
Eileen Cornwell
Bingo Checker
Mary Ewald
Saleswoman
Audrey Flod
Bingo Caller
Kit Harris
Dolores
Gary Kowalski
Minister
Daniel Mahar
Foreman
Keith Nicholai
Photographer
Evelyn Perdue
Lucy
Tawnya Pettiford
Neighbor
Mary Theilen
checkout clerk
Stephen Lang
Keith Sobel

Critic Reviews for Twice in a Lifetime

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At times so personal that the act of watching the movie often feels like eavesdropping.

June 27, 2005 Full Review Source: DVDTalk.com

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Scott Weinberg

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Examines the impact of divorce on an entire family

July 19, 2003 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

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good acting by all involved in this little known gem.

April 6, 2007

jay nixon

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The subtle performance by Gene Hackman scores. The supporting cast is excellent, especially Ellen Burstyn. It?s a good story, believably done and has an excellent screenplay. Thoughtful direction, sensitively told. Great job.

November 6, 2009

James Higgins

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