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Unhook the Stars

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on BBC Two England

Poignant comedy drama starring Gena Rowlands and directed by her son, Nick Cassavetes. Following her daughter's departure, lonely widow Mildred finds a rewarding new role as surrogate aunt to her six-year-old neighbour, JJ. But a romantic encounter in a bar and an offer to move to San Francisco leave Mildrd facing some difficult choices. Review page 41.
(1996,15) Film Trivia: page 47
Followed by The Witness

Contributors

Unknown:
Gena Rowlands
Unknown:
Nick Cassavetes.
Mildred:
Gena Rowlands
Monica:
Marisa Tomei
Big Tommy:
Gerard Depardieu
JJ:
Jake Lloyd
Ann Mary Margaret:
Moira Kelly
Ethan:
David Sherrill
Source: Radio Times

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