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A schoolteacher in her early 40s, involved in a dead-end love affair with a married mortician, drifts into a relationship with an aging newspaperman.
Elizabeth Quinn, a widow in her late 50s, finds herself unexpectedly falling for Adam Cooper, a charming retired symphony conductor she meets while working at a music store. Despite their initial reservations and the challenges of rekindling romance later in life, they explore their burgeoning relationship. The film delicately portrays the complexities of second chances at love, societal expectations, and personal growth in later years.
Finnegan Begin Again was generally well-received by critics, particularly for its sensitive portrayal of mature romance and the performances of its lead actors. It was noted for its heartwarming and thoughtful approach to themes of love, loss, and new beginnings for older individuals.
Praised for its mature and nuanced exploration of late-life romance.
Mary Tyler Moore and Robert Preston deliver heartwarming and believable performances.
A touching and often poignant look at finding love again.
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The film was originally made for television as a CBS Movie of the Week, hence its relatively shorter runtime and character compared to a theatrical release.
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This is one of my favorite movies, ever since I first watched it on HBO decades ago. I write this not knowing if anyone will even be able to see the movie, as it is quite rare. I saw old VHS copies selling for almost $30. Yikes. It is a...