Twice in a Lifetime (1985)

83% of critics liked it
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On the occasion of his 50th birthday, blue-collar family man Gene Hackman is possessed by our old friend, The Mid-Life Crisis. Visiting a local tavern, Hackman becomes enchanted by gorgeous barmaid Ann-Margret. In less time than it takes to down his beer, he has resolved to leave his wife Ellen… More On the occasion of his 50th birthday, blue-collar family man Gene Hackman is possessed by our old friend, The Mid-Life Crisis. Visiting a local tavern, Hackman becomes enchanted by gorgeous barmaid Ann-Margret. In less time than it takes to down his beer, he has resolved to leave his wife Ellen Burstyn, and his daughters Ally Sheedy and Amy Madigan, in favor of a fresh start with his sexy new "conquest." The film deals not so much with Hackman's impulsive decision as with the genuine pain he leaves in his wake. Madigan's vituperative lash-out at her father is one of many heartbreaking moments of truth in this refreshingly cliché-free domestic drama. The perceptive screenplay for Twice in a Lifetime was written by Colin Welland; the film's theme music was composed by Paul McCartney. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 57 min.
Directed By: Bud Yorkin
Genres: Drama

In Theaters: Oct 23, 1985 Wide
On DVD: Jul 12, 2005

Critic Reviews

Scott Weinberg, DVDTalk.com
At times so personal that the act of watching the movie often feels like eavesdropping.
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
Examines the impact of divorce on an entire family

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jay n

good acting by all involved in this little known gem.

Cast

            Gene Hackman as Harry MacKenzie

            Ann-Margret as Audrey Minelli

            Ellen Burstyn as Kate MacKenzie

            Amy Madigan as Sunny Sobel

            Ally Sheedy as Helen MacKenzie

            Darrell Larson as Jerry MacKenzie

            Brian Dennehy as Nick

            Chris Parker as Tim

            Rachel Street as Joanne Sobel

            Kevin Bleyer as Chris Sobel

            Micole Mercurio as Betty

            Doris Hugo Drewien as Millie

            Lee Corrigan as Milos

            Ralph Steadman as Mike

            Rod Pilloud as Mick

            Art Cahn as Nikos

            Anne Ludlum as Susie

            Kenneth Clark as Flower Man

            Loretta Adair as Bingo Assistant

            Denise Aiumu as Sales Clerk

            Junior Barber as Young Kid

            Gayle Bellows as Jean

            George Catalano as Shoe Repairman

            Sharon Collar as Maya

            Eileen Cornwell as Bingo Checker

            Mary Ewald as Saleswoman

            Audrey Flod as Bingo Caller

            Kit Harris as Dolores

            Gary Kowalski as Minister

            Daniel Mahar as Foreman

            Keith Nicholai as Photographer

            Evelyn Perdue as Lucy

            Tawnya Pettiford as Neighbor

            Mary Theilen as checkout clerk

            Stephen Lang as Keith Sobel

            Darrell Lawson
            
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