Love Liza (2002)DVD VHS | Cast list | | Philip Seymour Hoffman | as | Wilson Joel | | Kathy Bates | as | Mary Ann Bankhead | | J.D. Walsh | as | Bern | | Jimmy Raskin | as | Pad | | Stephen Tobolowsky | as | Tom Bailey | | Sarah Koskoff | as | Maura | | Daniel Farber | as | Huffer Boy | | Kelli Garner | as | Huffer Girl | | Erika Alexander | as | Brenda | | Mark Hannibal | as | Waiter with Drink | | Jim Wise | as | Bland Man | | Trace Turville | as | Bland Woman | | Wayne Duvall | as | Shane | | Kevin Breznahan | as | Jim | | Jennifer Keddy | as | Lynne |
| | Crew list: | | Todd Louiso (Director) | | Gordy Hoffman (Writer) |
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Review
Wilson Joel is a man in trouble. There's a searing pain in his gut that he can't tolerate and a dazed quietness to his struggle as he tries to maintain his equilibrium. Wilson is attempting to move on from the sudden and inexplicable suicide of his wife. His mother-in-law is there for him, but her sympathies turn quickly. He has an employer that seems to want to help him, and a workmate who wants him for herself. But nothing and no one can give Wilson solace; so, he seeks oblivion. It is not the usual alcohol or drugs. Wilson inhales fumes from gasoline cans and model airplane fuel and finds temporary salvation in the company of remote-control model enthusiasts. However, nothing that provides him relief really lasts. |
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