The Morning After
Failed actress Alex Sternbergen wakes up hungover one morning in an apartment she does not recognize, unable to remember the previous evening -- and with a dead body in bed next to her. As she tries to piece together the events of the night, Alex cannot totally rely on friends or her estranged husband, Joaquin, for assistance. Only a single ally, loner ex-policeman Turner Kendall, can help her escape her predicament and find the true killer.
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Plot Summary
A once-famous actress, Alex Stern, wakes up in a strange hotel room with a dead man beside her and no memory of the night before. She must piece together the events that led to the murder while evading both the police and potentially dangerous figures from her past. Her investigation uncovers a complex web of deceit, addiction, and past traumas.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews. While some critics praised Fonda's performance and the suspenseful atmosphere, others found the plot convoluted and the resolution unsatisfying. It was noted for its exploration of themes like alcoholism and memory loss.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Jane Fonda's compelling performance as an unraveling alcoholic.
- Noted for its noir-inspired atmosphere and suspenseful premise.
- Criticized by some for a convoluted plot and an anticlimactic ending.
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Awards & Accolades
Jane Fonda received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in this film.
Fun Fact
Jane Fonda agreed to do the film after reading the script, reportedly feeling it was a challenging role that allowed her to explore complex emotional territory.
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