In this vibrant, funny, and heartfelt film, a widow in her seventies discovers that life can begin anew at any age.
After the death of her beloved dog, Carol (Blythe Danner) finds the everyday activities that have given her life structure – her regular bridge game, gardening, a glass of wine or two – have lost their luster. With the support of three loyal girlfriends (June Squibb, Rhea Perlman, and Mary Kay Place), Carol decides to embrace the world, embarking on an unlikely friendship with her pool maintenance man (Martin Starr), pursuing a new love interest (Sam Elliott), and reconnecting with her daughter (Malin Akerman).
Danner (Meet the Parents) heads up a star-studded cast that includes Martin Starr (“Silicon Valley” ), June Squibb (Nebraska), Rhea Perlman (“Cheers”), Mary Kay Place (The Big Chill), with Malin Akerman (“The Comeback”) and Sam Elliott (“Justified,”), in a gently humorous and deeply touching look at life, loss, and love that bridges generations.
The film is directed by Brett Haley (The New Year) from a screenplay by Haley and Marc Basch. It is produced by Rebecca Green (It Follows) and Laura D. Smith (It Follows). Haley also served as a producer, as well as editor. Director of photography is Rob C. Givens (Mountain Top). Production designer is Eric James Archer (California Solo). Costume designer is Mirren Gordon-Crozier (Short Term 12). Music is by Keegan DeWitt (Listen Up Philip).
