The Last Time
Ted Ryker is the top salesman in the New York office of a business machine company; the corporate stock lives by quarterly sales numbers, the competition is keen, and the economy may be in a downturn. Ted's company is marking time until a new product is ready – probably in a few months. Into the mix comes a new hire, a callow Midwesterner named Jamie, who's come East with his fiancée Belisa.
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Plot Summary
During a summer internship at a pharmaceutical company, a young man falls for his colleague. Their relationship is complicated by the fact that she is engaged to his boss. As their feelings deepen, they face difficult choices about their futures and the potential consequences of their actions.
Critical Reception
The film received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its emotional impact lacking. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, with some appreciating the romantic storyline while others were critical of its execution.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its earnest performances, particularly from the lead actors.
- Criticized for a formulaic and sometimes uninspired narrative.
- Some viewers found the romantic chemistry believable despite the conventional plot.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely unmemorable, with no strong consensus emerging regarding the film's strengths or weaknesses.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of the earlier starring roles for Rachel Skarsten, who would later gain wider recognition for her role as Alice in 'Lost Girl' and Queen Catherine in 'Reign'.
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