V cute movie. V nostalgic of old LA and the 80s. I think the location is Torrance. Harry Keach is a mid 50s or 60s construction worker who recently lost his wife. He lives in this cozy house w his son, Howard, the writer and surfer. Harry is bitter due to his recent loss.
Harry experiences migraines and vision impairment while he is operating a heavy crane at work and therefore loses his job. He becomes further disillusioned. He also starts to become highly irritable and stars fights w his son, daughter, neighbor etc.
His son is very affectionate and loves his dad unconditionally. Joanne Woodward plays a lovely neighbor and friend of recently departed Harry's wife.
Movie features new performances by young Ellen Barkin, Morgan Freeman, Judith Ivey, Ozzie Davis and Joanne Woodward.
Movie shows cozy, nostalgic dinners between father and son. Robbie Benson plays the very energetic, optimistic and very loving son, Howard. Ellen Barkin plays his girlfriend.
At the end, Harry comes around. Really great watch if you love a family movie. Takes places in 80s Southern California, Los Angeles county.
Harry experiences migraines and vision impairment while he is operating a heavy crane at work and therefore loses his job. He becomes further disillusioned. He also starts to become highly irritable and stars fights w his son, daughter, neighbor etc.
His son is very affectionate and loves his dad unconditionally. Joanne Woodward plays a lovely neighbor and friend of recently departed Harry's wife.
Movie features new performances by young Ellen Barkin, Morgan Freeman, Judith Ivey, Ozzie Davis and Joanne Woodward.
Movie shows cozy, nostalgic dinners between father and son. Robbie Benson plays the very energetic, optimistic and very loving son, Howard. Ellen Barkin plays his girlfriend.
At the end, Harry comes around. Really great watch if you love a family movie. Takes places in 80s Southern California, Los Angeles county.