issing Jessica Stein
After many failed relationships with men, conservative little Jessica takes a chance with the other team.
Directed by Charles Herman-Wurmfeld
Written by Heather Juergensen and Jennifer Westfeldt
Cinematography by Lawrence Sher
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Jennifer Westfeldt as Jessica Stein Tovah Feldshuh as Judy Stein Heather Juergensen as Helen Cooper Esther Wurmfeld as Grandma Esther Hillel Friedman as Rabbi Ben Feldman as Himself Robert Ari as Sidney Stein David Aaron Baker as Dan Stein Jennifer Carta as Rachel, Dan's Fiancee Ben Weber as Larry Brian Stepanek as Peter Nick Corley as Howard
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Running Time: 109 min.
Release Date: Mar. '02
Overall Call:
I went into this one with many preconceptions. I should not have. What I thought was going to be preachy and self-consciously daring turned out to be rather refreshing. The story hit many often-traveled themes in the men are pigs and why can't I find the right guy genre. However, the two leads were so enjoyable to watch that the film quickly became more about two well-defined personalities going through their lives. This film is a good middle of the road take on same sex relationships. The supporting cast is strong as well with many humorous bits coming from the intense Jewish family get-togethers.
Reasons For Recommendation:
+ Watchable lead performances
+ Refreshing little film
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