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Separate Lives
Tom Beckwith has just quit his job as a police officer in order to study psychology. But his professor, Lauren Porter, is more interested in his criminology abilities than in his progress in psychology. Because of traumatic circumstances during her childhood she is suffering from multiple personality disorder, and it looks like her other ego may have killed someone. So Tom tries to help her by observing her, combining his professional abilities as an ex-cop and his recently gained knowledge of psychology.
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Plot Summary
A divorced mother, Brenda, struggles to cope with her teenage daughter, Lisa, who is dealing with the trauma of her father's infidelity. Brenda decides to take Lisa on a road trip to a remote cabin in the mountains, hoping to reconnect and heal. While there, they encounter a mysterious woman named Lauren, who seems to have her own tragic past. As secrets unravel, the two women form an unlikely bond, confronting their shared experiences of loss and betrayal.
Critical Reception
Separate Lives received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film's plot overly melodramatic and its characters underdeveloped. While some praised the performances of the lead actresses, particularly Linda Hamilton, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver a compelling or original story.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a contrived and overly sentimental plot.
Performances are commendable but cannot salvage a weak script.
Lacks originality and emotional depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Separate Lives are scarce, but available comments suggest viewers found the film to be a forgettable melodrama with predictable twists.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was ultimately released direct-to-video in the United States.
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