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Unhook the Stars (1997)

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Reviews Counted:15

Fresh:12

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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  • Unhook The Stars
  • Acclaimed star Gena Rowlands (THE MIGHTY) and Academy Award(R)-winner Marisa Tomei (1992 Best Supporting Actress -- MY COUSIN VINNIE; IN THE BEDROOM) team up in this uplifting comedy treat! Rowlands plays Mildred, a quiet suburbanite whose life is changed forever when she agrees to baby-sit for Monica, her wild and crazy neighbor (Tomei). The outrageous fun reaches new heights when this mismatched pair forms an unlikely friendship ... even though pary girl Monica is determined to take Mildred for a walk on the wild side! With Rowlands and Tomei at the top of their form, you'll love every comic minute of UNHOOK THE STARS!
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