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It's My Turn
A successful but stressed mathematics professor goes to her father's wedding and falls in love with her father's bride's son, a prematurely retired pro baseball player. She must choose between him and her current boyfriend, between Chicago and New York, and between research and administration.
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Plot Summary
Kate Gunzinger, a successful, independent woman in her late thirties, finds her life upended when she falls for Leonard Hoffman, the charming new colleague of her ex-husband. As her emotions get the better of her, Kate grapples with balancing her career, her new romance, and the lingering feelings for her former spouse, leading to a period of self-discovery and difficult choices.
Critical Reception
It's My Turn received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who generally praised Jill Clayburgh's performance and the film's mature handling of relationships. However, some found the plot predictable or felt it didn't fully explore its themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Jill Clayburgh's nuanced and relatable performance.
Appreciated for its mature exploration of adult relationships and career-life balance.
Some critics found the narrative arc somewhat conventional and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's realistic portrayal of a woman navigating love and career, with many connecting with Kate's struggles and decisions. The chemistry between the leads is often mentioned positively.
Fun Fact
This film marked the first time actors Jill Clayburgh and Michael Douglas would share the screen, although they played characters who were not romantically involved in that earlier film ('The Fury', 1978).
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