No Looking Back

1998, Drama, 1h 36m

22 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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Edward Burns' first foray into melodrama is too dour to arise passion, suffering from a lack of narrative direction and romantic chemistry. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

The story centers on Claudia (Lauren Holly), a woman who has a steady relationship with Michael (Jon Bon Jovi), and a steady job at the local diner. While her dreams take her far beyond this small, seaside town, her mother's (Blythe Danner) depression over a failed marriage, as well as her bond with her sister Kelly (Connie Britton), keep Claudia from straying too far from home. It is the unexpected return of Claudia's ex-boyfriend Charlie (Edward Burns) that forces her to re-examine her life.
  • Rating:
    R (Language)
  • Genre:
    Drama
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Edward Burns
  • Producer:
    Edward Burns, Ted Hope, Michael Nozik
  • Writer:
    Edward Burns
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $221.8K
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Gramercy Pictures
  • Sound Mix:
    Dolby Stereo, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Surround, Dolby SR
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Lauren Holly
Claudia
Edward Burns
Charlie Ryan
Jon Bon Jovi
Michael
Blythe Danner
Claudia's Mom
Connie Britton
Kelly
Jennifer Esposito
Teresa
Nick Sandow
Goldie
John Ventimiglia
Tony
Welker White
Missy
Susan Pratt
Annie
Edward Burns
Director
Edward Burns
Writer
Alysse Bezahler
Line Producer
Edward Burns
Producer
Ted Hope
Producer
Michael Nozik
Producer
Robert Redford
Executive Producer
John Sloss
Co-Executive Producer
Joe Delia
Original Music
Frank Prinzi
Cinematographer
Susan Graef
Film Editing
Ali Farrell
Casting
Laura Rosenthal
Casting
Thérèse DePrez
Production Design
Diane Lederman
Set Decoration
Sara Jane Slotnick
Costume Design
Michael Bigger
Makeup Artist
Peggy Nicholson
Hair Stylist
Richard Patrick
First Assistant Director
Lisa M. Rowe
Second Assistant Director
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Critic Reviews for No Looking Back

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Audience Reviews for No Looking Back

  • Jul 03, 2013
    There isn't enough in the Ed Burns film canon. The jack of all trades brings his all to his acting roles. Unfortunately he writes his own stinker to muddle through and hiring Bon Jovi as a co-actor doesn't help particularly.
    John B Super Reviewer
  • Sep 24, 2011
    typical ed burns slow turning story is well cast. enjoyable but not one for repeat viewings, love or hate this one
    Brendan N Super Reviewer
  • Jan 26, 2008
    What a good cast this movie has from Ed Burns and Lauren Holly. No Looking Back gives a realistic glimpse into an everday group of friends in a small sea side town in NJ.
    Mason W Super Reviewer
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