After her husband, Carl, suddenly leaves, Joline travels from New York to Texas to track him down. Although Joline tries to remain upbeat, she is discouraged when she discovers that Carl already has a new girlfriend, the lovely Carmen. Familiarizing herself with Carl's new home and friends, Joline gets company in the form of her brother, Jay. Will Joline win Carl back, or are there other romantic possibilities on her horizon?
Acting
Heather Graham's terrifyingly sincere anti-heroine commitment.
Direction
Lisa Krueger's specific Texas atmosphere and tonal bravery.
Writing
Script that dares to make its lead genuinely uncomfortable.
Director
Lisa Krueger
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Lisa Krueger's feature debut; she never directed another film despite this cult following.
A time capsule of pre-9/11 indie cinema when 'likable female leads' were optional and Heather Graham could anchor a dark romantic comedy.
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