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Set in 1973 and inspired by true events, 'Wild About Harry' follows the havoc wreaked in a teen girl’s life when she discovers that her widowed father is gay. Alternately comic and tragic and anchored by an impressive ensemble cast, the film captures both the freedoms and the homophobia of the time – all set against the backdrop of small town America on Cape Cod. British widower Harry Goodhart decides to make a fresh start and moves with his teenage daughters to Cape Cod in 1973. But Harry can't leave behind the secret that threatens to tear his family apart. Adjusting to their new lives proves difficult for the girls when they discover that the connection between their dad and his partner is more than just a working relationship.
A recently divorced New York City advertising executive, Harry, impulsively decides to move to a remote, windswept island off the coast of Maine to escape his troubles. He hopes to find peace and quiet, but instead finds himself embroiled in the eccentric lives of the island's quirky inhabitants and a budding, complicated romance.
Wild About Harry received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be predictable and its plot lacking originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the charming setting and performances, while others found the film to be a forgettable romantic comedy.
The film's charm is largely dependent on its picturesque island setting.
Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors managing to elevate the material.
The plot treads familiar romantic comedy territory without adding much novelty.
Google audience: Audience reviews for "Wild About Harry" are scarce, but those available generally point to a film that is light and easy to watch, though not particularly memorable. Some viewers enjoyed the escape to a different setting, while others felt it was a generic romantic comedy.
The film was shot on location on Monhegan Island, Maine, a small, remote island community known for its artistic heritage and dramatic coastal scenery.
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Tate Donovan sports a British accent for this really mediocre family drama that I found quite hard to struggle through. Following the death of his wife, he and his two daughters "Madeline" (Danielle Savre) and "Daisy" (Skye Bartusiak) reloc...