Widower Harry Keach is a construction worker who was raised to appreciate the importance of working for a living. He takes a dim view of his sensitive son Howard's lackadaisical lifestyle and has a strained relationship with his daughter Nina as he does not approve of her husband. When Harry is fired from his job, his life changes drastically as he is made to focus on the relationships around him.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.
This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.
A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.
Director: Paul Newman
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
Paul Newman
Harry Keach
Robby Benson
Howard Keach
Ellen Barkin
Katie Wilowski
Wilford Brimley
Tom Keach
Judith Ivey
Sally
Ossie Davis
Raymond
Morgan Freeman
Siemanowski
Katherine Borowitz
Nina
Maury Chaykin
Lawrence
Joanne Woodward
Lilly
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