Synopsis
Recently widowed after 41 years of marriage, Frank Walsh meets the outgoing Florence, sparking joy back into his life again. However, there is clear disapproval of her from his grown children, especially his eldest son Robert. As Frank and Florence grow closer in their relationship, Robert begins to change his perspective on their commitment and devotion to one another.
Ratings
IMDb6.3/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- James McVayOriginal Music Composer
- Charles MatthauDirector
Cast
- Walter MatthauFrank Walsh
- Carol BurnettFlorence
- John StamosRobert Walsh
- Teri PoloSusan Prescot
- Steve BehalCharlie
- Johanna NicosiaWendy
- Christina CollinsJoy
- Bruce DellerMr. Peprocki
- Kevin FrankJames
- Dawn GreenhalghLydia
- Charles MatthauSalesperson
- Arlene MazerolleDarlene
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Themes
new york cityfuneralwisconsinbased on play or musicalgrieving widowerlonelinessdatingfalling in lovedeath of motherfamily disapprovalaccountantdeath of wife