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Learning to Drive
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Learning to Drive

2014 · 105 min Drama Comedy
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

As her marriage dissolves, a Manhattan writer takes driving lessons from a Sikh instructor with marriage troubles of his own. In each other's company they find the courage to get back on the road and the strength to take the wheel.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film rests on the subtle performances of Patricia Clarkson and Ben Kingsley, who communicate volumes through shared silence and glances. Their connection is not one of passion, but of quiet recognition between two bruised souls finding solace in an unlikely friendship.

What lingers after the credits roll is a gentle, hopeful warmth—a reminder that resilience often starts with a small, brave step forward. It’s a nuanced character study about reclaiming agency, one driving lesson at a time. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Isabel Coixet

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In a quiet setting, perhaps with a kindred spirit, to reflect on the quiet power of simple human connections.

🎭 Cast

Patricia Clarkson

Patricia Clarkson

Wendy

Ben Kingsley

Ben Kingsley

Darwan

Jake Weber

Jake Weber

Ted

Sarita Choudhury

Sarita Choudhury

Jasleen

Grace Gummer

Grace Gummer

Tasha

Avi Nash

Avi Nash

Preet

Samantha Bee

Samantha Bee

Debbie

Matt Salinger

Matt Salinger

Peter

John Hodgman

John Hodgman

Car Salesman

Michael Mantell

Michael Mantell

Wendy's Dad

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