Troubled Lori Anderson (superbly played by Sarah Jessica Parker) is trying to recover from the untimely death of her father in a plane crash. Nice young Terry Stockton (a solid and likable performance by Tom Shea) also dies in a plane crash, but his spirit lives on and forms a special bond with Lori. Lori and Terry have to figure out together why he's still here. Writer/director Robert Wiemer delivers a thoughtful, moving and funny meditation on appreciating being alive, learning to cope with tragedy, and getting on with your life. The fine acting from a tip-top cast qualifies as a real significant plus. Shea and Parker make for a very engaging, if decidedly offbeat on-screen couple; the chemistry between them is really sweet and palpable. They receive excellent support from Nancy Addison as Lori's concerned mom Betty, Rick Weber as Betty's decent, amiable cop boyfriend Alec Peiski, and Paul Bates as Terry's jolly best pal Paul Bart. Glenn Kershaw's polished cinematography and Paul Baillargeon's lovely, low-key score are both up to speed. Parker even sings a couple of wonderfully uplifting songs. A warm, gentle and affecting little gem.
Review of Somewhere, Tomorrow
Somewhere, Tomorrow
(1983)
A charming and touching fantasy sleeper
22 February 2008
Warning: Spoilers