Tune in Tomorrow...
Martin works at the local radio station, which just hired a new scriptwriter with a reputation for great drama, Pedro Carmichael. Martin’s aunt Julia, not related by blood, returns home after many years away and Martin falls for her. Once Pedro finds out about this romance, he starts incorporating details of it into the script of his daily drama series. Soon, Martin and Julia are not only hearing about their fictional selves over the radio, but about what they are going to do next.
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Plot Summary
In 1950s New Orleans, a young radio soap opera writer, Martin, is tasked with continuing his uncle's popular show after his untimely death. He struggles to fill his uncle's shoes while falling for his uncle's younger wife, who is pregnant with his child. The situation is further complicated by the arrival of his cousin, a charismatic DJ, who adds his own chaotic energy to the mix.
Critical Reception
Tune in Tomorrow... received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its unique tone, performances, and nostalgic atmosphere, while some found its plot somewhat predictable or meandering.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its charming and quirky storytelling.
- Appreciated for the strong performances, particularly from Barbara Hershey.
- Noted for its atmospheric evocation of a bygone era in radio drama.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the 1987 Argentinian film 'Yo, la peor de todas' (I, the Worst of All) by María Luisa Bemberg, which itself was based on a novel by Silvina Bullrich.
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