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A Balasaur Score of 50 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 5.3/10, Rotten Tomatoes 41%, Metacritic 55/100. Most of the 6,966 2010s drama movies in this catalog score higher. It runs a compact 1h 29m. Streaming on Prime and Tubi.
Synopsis
Abby is a sought after massage therapist and a free spirit, while her brother Paul thrives on routine, running a failing dental practice with his assistant and daughter Jenny. Suddenly, Abby develops an aversion to bodily contact, which not only makes her unable to do her job, but also severely affects her relationship with her boyfriend. As Abby navigates her way through an identity crisis, her brother's dental practice receives new life when clients seek out his “healing touch.”
Ratings
IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes41%
Metacritic55/100
85 audience votes
Key crew
- Lynn SheltonDirector
- Lynn SheltonWriter
- Vinny SmithOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Rosemarie DeWittAbby
- Allison JanneyBronwyn
- Ron LivingstonAdrian
- Scoot McNairyJesse
- Tomo NakayamaHenry
- Elliot PageJenny
- Josh PaisPaul
- Amber Wolfe WollamMassage Client #1
- Ethel R. DeansMrs. Elvsted
- Shannon KippSusan
- Khanh DoanMassage Client #2
- Ruth McReeMrs. Olsen
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Themes
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