7 movies about people who are trying to start over
"Larry Crowne"
Comedy, romance, drama | 3.71 on MyShows | 2011
Larry Crowne loses his job at a large company where he was a team leader for many years. Left with a mortgage and no clear plan, he enrolls in a local college to get a new education. There Larry meets a motley group of students and is drawn into an unfamiliar college life. In one of the courses he begins to communicate with the teacher Mercedes Tainot, experiencing her own crisis. Studying and new acquaintances gradually change Larry's everyday life.
"Not bad, but not great" — Gevorg
"the movie is very cool - it's easy to watch!
everything that doesn't happen in our lives - everything is for a reason and in the end leads only to the best - be open to new things and to change!" — DryRedWine
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"Calendar Girls"
Drama, comedy | 2003
The female inhabitants of a small English town decide to raise money for charity after the death of a loved one. To raise awareness, they come up with an unusual idea — to produce a calendar with their own photos. The project quickly goes beyond the local club and becomes known to the general public. The women have to cope with the unexpected public reaction and the consequences of sudden popularity.
"Wonderful movie! Touching and funny! And life-affirming!" — Karana
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"The Straight Story"
Drama, family | 4.09 on MyShows | 1999
Alvin Straight, 73, lives in Iowa with his daughter and finds out that his brother, whom he hasn't spoken to in years, has suffered a heart attack. Without a driver's license, Alvin buys a used lawnmower and sets out to visit his brother in Wisconsin. His journey takes several weeks and passes through small towns and farms. Along the way, he meets different people and shares stories of his life.
"A soulful story with gorgeous music", — Olzhas_Seysembayev
"Lynch, in an uncharacteristic way, directs! The movie is as straight as a stick! Indeed, life is the best scriptwriter and teacher! Definitely recommend it! 9\10", — NICK SubversionNICK
"When I started watching it, I thought that the movie would be boring and maybe I wouldn't like it at all, but it's not that simple. it's a wonderful movie, with its soulful atmosphere. the story shown in the movie, which is based on real events, is very kind. the story is about a man who wants to see his brother, with whom he has not spoken for many years because of a common grudge. and even the road of several hundred kilometers does not stop him and he sets off on a very unusual transport. that's how this road movie begins.
wonderful movie", — Tikhonov91
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"Wild Rose"
Musical, comedy, drama | 2019
Rose-Lynn Harlan is released from prison and returns to Glasgow, where two children and a strict mother await her. She dreams of going to the US and building a career as a country singer. To earn money, Rose-Lynn takes a job in a rich house, while performing in local bars. Her desire for music collides with responsibilities to her family and real-life limitations.
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"Blue Jasmine"
Drama | 3.74 on MyShows | 2013
After divorcing her wealthy husband, Jasmine loses her routine and moves in with her sister in San Francisco. She tries to get a job and get on with her life while hiding the details of her past. Communication with new people and attempts to start a relationship are complicated by her inner tension and memories of her former life. The past constantly interferes with her attempts to move on.
"Cool movie, found it by accident and I really enjoyed it. Only the ending is a little strange and it's unclear what happened to the heroine next, that's a slight minus", — lilybug
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"Juliet, Naked"
Comedy, drama, romance | 2018
Annie has been living with Duncan, who is obsessed with musician Tucker Crowe, for years. After Crowe's demo album is released, Annie begins corresponding with the performer himself. The communication gradually goes beyond musical discussion and affects her personal life. Annie finds herself faced with a choice between a familiar relationship and the possibility of change.
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"Everything Must Go"
Comedy, drama, romance | 2011
Nick Halsey loses his job and finds out his wife kicked him out of the house. All of his belongings end up on his front lawn, where he is forced to hold a yard sale. Over the course of several days, Nick interacts with neighbors, random buyers, and former acquaintances. These encounters gradually change his attitude toward what is happening with his life.
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