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Unhook the Stars (1996)
Director: Nick Cassavetes
Cast: Gena Rowlands, Marisa Tomei, GĂ©rard Depardieu, Jake Lloyd
Runtime103 min
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Widowed mother Mildred must suddenly redefine herself and find an outlet for her nurturing side when her adult daughter moves out of the family home. Though Mildred thinks she's found her purpose when her neighbor, overworked single mother Monica, asks her to look after her little boy, she has great difficulty learning to strike a healthy balance between giving selflessly to others and remembering to take care of herself.
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Unhook the Stars, directed by Nick Cassavetes in 1996, is a poignant drama that explores the complexities of motherhood and the challenges of redefining one's purpose later in life. Featuring standout performances from Gena Rowlands and Marisa Tomei, the film offers a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of a widow navigating the difficulties of finding balance and fulfillment as she helps care for her neighbor's young son.
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Unhook the Stars is a 1996 American drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes, and starring his mother Gena Rowlands, Marisa Tomei, GĂ©rard Depardieu, Jake Lloyd in his film debut, David Sherrill, David Thornton, Bridgette Wilson and Moira Kelly.
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