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Too Far to Go
Love and passion, anger and heartbreak, laughter and happiness, all complex textures woven into the fabric so many have come to know as marriage. For behind the seemingly comfortable well-trimmed hedges of suburban Americana, live and often love, Richard and Joan Maple. Adapted from a series of stories appearing in the New Yorker Magazine over a period of twenty three years by Pulitzer Prize winning author John Updike ("The Witches of Eastwick", "Rabbit Run"), "Too Far To Go" garnered overwhelming critical praise in its theatrical debut. With its exceptional cast, this film envelops us in a poignant, sometimes funny, sometimes exasperating journey through this most important relationship.
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Plot Summary
This made-for-television movie explores the dissolution of a marriage through the eyes of a couple with three children. It delves into the emotional turmoil, the difficulties of co-parenting, and the lingering affection that remains between them as they navigate their separation and eventual divorce. The narrative highlights the complexities of maintaining a relationship after the romantic spark has faded.
Critical Reception
Critically acclaimed for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of marital breakdown, 'Too Far to Go' was praised for its powerful performances and its honest depiction of the emotional impact of divorce on a family. It resonated with audiences for its relatable subject matter and its nuanced approach to complex relationships.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic and moving portrayal of a disintegrating marriage.
Hailed for the strong performances by its lead actors, particularly Michael Douglas and Melinda Dillon.
Recognized for its sensitive handling of the emotional complexities of divorce and its impact on children.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series or a Special (John Erman).
Fun Fact
The film was based on a series of short stories byiinted by Ann Beattie, offering a unique literary source for a television drama.
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