Stuart Saves His Family
Summary:
Al Franken brings his Saturday Night Live character Stuart Smalley to the big screen in this unexpectedly downbeat comedy about a man desperately trying to overcome his dysfunctional upbringing. Stuart hosts a TV show on public access TV in which he offers bits of New Age wisdom on self-help, often incorporating his trademark affirmation, "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and ... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Al Franken - (Stuart Smalley)
Laura San Giacomo - (Julia)
Vincent D'Onofrio - (Donnie)
Shirley Knight - (Stuart's Mom)
Harris Yulin - (Stuart's Dad)
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Review:
Stuart Saves His Family is that rarest of films, a very serious comedy. Al Franken's screenplay manages to walk a very thin line, satirizing the language and attitudes of 12-step programs while simultaneously showing that they work. There are a lot of damaged people on display in the film. Stuart's best friend (and Al-Anon sponsor) deli... Continue >>
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