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Amy & Isabelle (2001)
Director: Lloyd Kramer
Cast: Elisabeth Shue, Hanna Hall, Conchata Ferrell, Viola Davis
Runtime100 min
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In 1971, in the small town of Shirley Falls, in Maine, the odd and lonely secretary Isabelle Goodrow raises her teenager daughter Amy alone. She has only two friends in her job among her gossiper colleagues. When her overprotected daughter is seduced by her mathematic teacher Peter Robertson, the world of Isabelle falls apart. She becomes lost and loses her confidence on Amy, spoiling their relationship. Their bond gets tied again when Isabelle discloses her inner secrets from the past to Amy.
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Amy & Isabelle is a critically acclaimed 2001 TV movie directed by Lloyd Kramer that explores the complex relationship between a mother and daughter. While it has not received major awards recognition, it has been praised by critics for its nuanced performances and exploration of the challenges faced by single mothers and their children. The film has an IMDb rating of 7.5 and a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 78%, indicating positive reception from viewers.
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Fans of character-driven dramas will appreciate the powerful performances and emotional depth of Amy & Isabelle. Directed by Lloyd Kramer in 2001, the film explores the complex mother-daughter relationship between Elisabeth Shue and Hanna Hall, delivering a poignant and nuanced exploration of family, secrets, and self-discovery.
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Amy & Isabelle is a 2001 made-for-television film produced through Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Films as part of her "Oprah Winfrey Presents" film line. It was directed by Lloyd Kramer, who had previously directed another film under the "Oprah Winfrey Presents" banner, Oprah Winfrey Presents: Mitch Albom's For One More Day. The book is based on the 1998 Elizabeth Strout book Amy and Isabelle and stars Elisabeth Shue and Hanna Hall as Isabelle and her daughter Amy.
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