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Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael (1990)
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Overview
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Writer (WGA):
Karen Leigh Hopkins (written by)
Release Date:
12 October 1990 (USA)
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Tagline:
She doesn't want much. Just a whole new life.
Plot:
A small town prepares for the homecoming of superstar Roxy Carmichael, as does a young outsider, who believes Roxy is her mother. full summary | add synopsis
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In Roxy's eyes
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Winona Ryder | ... | Dinky Bossetti | |
| Jeff Daniels | ... | Denton Webb | |
| Laila Robins | ... | Elizabeth Zaks | |
| Thomas Wilson Brown | ... | Gerald Howells | |
| Joan McMurtrey | ... | Barbara 'Barbie' Webb | |
| Graham Beckel | ... | Les Bossetti | |
| Frances Fisher | ... | Rochelle Bossetti | |
| Robby Kiger | ... | Beannie Billings | |
| Dinah Manoff | ... | Evelyn Whittacher | |
| Sachi Parker | ... | Libby Ohiemacher | |
| Stephen Tobolowsky | ... | Mayor Bill Klepler (as Stephen Tobolowski) | |
| Micole Mercurio | ... | Louise Garweski | |
| John Short | ... | Ronald Reems | |
| Robin Thomas | ... | Scotty Sandholtzer | |
| Valerie Landsburg | ... | Miss Day Ashburn (as Valerie Landsberg) |
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Runtime:
95 min
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Color (Technicolor)
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Certification:
Canada:PG (Ontario) |
Iceland:L |
Australia:PG |
South Korea:15 |
Argentina:13 |
Chile:14 |
Germany:12 |
UK:15 |
USA:PG-13
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Dinky Bossetti:
Who understands ANYONE these days... who WANTS to?
Gerald Howells: Gosh, I want to kiss you so bad, Dinky...
Dinky Bossetti: It's good to want things...
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Gerald Howells: Gosh, I want to kiss you so bad, Dinky...
Dinky Bossetti: It's good to want things...
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Referenced in "Mystery Science Theater 3000: Cave Dwellers (#4.1)" (1991)
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Misty
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'Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael", is an endearing, and utterly underrated picture, with more heart and intelligence than it is given credit for. Winona Ryder's portrayal of a sexually confused, socially dysfunctional, and emotionally reserved character, is charming and convincing, bringing truth and credibility to the film. Set over a week dedicated to the return of obscure legend, "Roxy Carmichael", whose most famous contribution to society was having her name in a song, in the small town of Clyde, Dinky Bosseti (Winona Ryder), feels a connection for the first time in her life. The film focuses on the need for mother/ daughter relationships through adolescence, and the sexual development of a young woman through self-discovery and fascination. Relationships between her guidance councillor, her adopted father, and a young town's boy, contrast the romantic appeal of celebrity to highlight the importance of human interaction, allowing for Ryder's character to re-assess her life. If you pass this film in the "comedy" section of your video store, as it is so wrongly placed, pick it up. You will be surprised. If you have ever felt detached from society, or inadequate (particularly during your teenage years), this film is something you will certainly relate to.