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Better Things (2008)

Movie ★ 5.0 93 min

Drama

Gail's agoraphobia keeps her inside where she escapes into romance novels. She shares a house with her Nan, recently back from the hospital. Gradually, they both try to reach out to each other to break their isolation. Rob plunges further into his addiction as a way of numbing his heartbreak over the death of his girlfriend. In his stupor, he dreams of embracing her again. Mr & Mrs Gladwin are going through a shift in their 60 year relationship. Years of resentment and unspoken truths have built a barrier between them that Mrs Gladwin, in her abiding love, tries to erode in little gestures.

Duane Hopkins Director Duane Hopkins Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 17, 2008
Runtime
93 min
IMDb
tt0872245
Language
Studio
Third Films, Wellington Films, Flying Moon Filmproduktion GmbH,

Themes

Cast

Tara Ballard Sarah Betty Bench Mrs Gladwin Michael Socha Michael Socha Mike Freddie Cunliffe Freddie Cunliffe Jon Patricia Loveland Nan Wilson Frank Bench Mr Gladwin Rachel McIntyre Gail Wilson Che Corr David Jane Foxhall Tess' Mum Liam McIlfatrick Rob Megan Palmer Rachel

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Frequently asked questions

What is Better Things about?
Gail's agoraphobia keeps her inside where she escapes into romance novels. She shares a house with her Nan, recently back from the hospital. Gradually, they both try to reach out to each other to break their isolation. Rob plunges further into his addiction as a way of numbing his heartbreak over the death of his girlfriend. In his stupor, he dreams of embracing her again. Mr & Mrs Gladwin are going through a shift in their 60 year relationship. Years of resentment and unspoken truths have built a barrier between them that Mrs Gladwin, in her abiding love, tries to erode in little gestures.
Who directed Better Things?
Better Things was directed by Duane Hopkins.
Who stars in Better Things?
Better Things stars Tara Ballard, Betty Bench, Michael Socha, Freddie Cunliffe.
When was Better Things released?
Better Things is a 2008 drama film.
Where can I watch Better Things?
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