Corrina, Corrina (1994)

When Manny Singer's wife dies, his young daughter Molly becomes mute and withdrawn. To help cope with looking after Molly, he hires sassy housekeeper Corrina Washington, who coaxes Molly ... See full summary »

Director:

Jessie Nelson

Writer:

Jessie Nelson

Stars:

Noreen Hennessey, Tina Majorino, Ray Liotta

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Noreen Hennessey	...	High Heels (as Noreen Hennessy)
Lucy Webb	...	Shirl
Erica Yohn	...	Grandma Eva
Tina Majorino	...	Molly Singer
Ray Liotta	...	Manny Singer
Don Ameche	...	Grandpa Harry
Larry Miller	...	Sid
Joan Cusack	...	Jonesy
June C. Ellis	...	Miss O'Herlihy
Mimi Lieber	...	Rita Lang
Karen Leigh Hopkins	...	Liala Sheffield
Lin Shaye	...	Repeat Nanny
Pearl Huang	...	Mrs. Wang
Marcus Toji	...	Tommy Wang
Louis Mustillo	...	Joe Allechinetti

Storyline

When Manny Singer's wife dies, his young daughter Molly becomes mute and withdrawn. To help cope with looking after Molly, he hires sassy housekeeper Corrina Washington, who coaxes Molly out of her shell and shows father and daughter a whole new way of life. Manny and Corrina's friendship delights Molly and enrages the other townspeople.

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Plot Keywords:

friendship | housekeeper | spit in the face | generation gap | loss of wife | 

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Taglines:

They needed a family. What they got was magic.

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for thematic material

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

12 August 1994 (USA)

Also Known As:

Corina, Corina

Filming Locations:

Alverno High School - 200 North Michillinda Avenue, Sierra Madre, California, USA

Box Office

Gross:

$20,160,000 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

New Line Cinema

Technical Specs

Runtime:

115 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Dolby SR

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Don Ameche's final film. He completed his scenes just before his death.

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Goofs

When Corrina and Manny are standing on the front porch of his house and she was helping him with his jacket, Corrina removes her gloves one at a time, then they re-appear again during the conversation without her having put them back on.

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Quotes

Molly: But I'm just so? I'm just so?
Corrina Washington: So mad. You're just so mad. And it's okay to be mad, Molly.
Manny Singer: Molly, I'm mad, too! I'm mad at Mommy for leaving us. I'm mad because I want to talk to Mommy every day, and I can't. I'm mad because I want to bring Mommy back to you, and I can't do that, either.
Molly: I'm mad because she didn't even say goodbye.
Manny Singer: I'm mad about that, too.
Corrina Washington: I'm mad because she made you mad! I'm mad! She should've said goodbye!

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Connections

References Mary Poppins (1964)

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Soundtracks

"IT DON'T MEAN A THING (IF IT AIN'T GOT THAT SWING)"
Performed by Duke Ellington with Ivie Anderson

User Reviews

What a pleasant surprise!

Although I had heard of this film title for quite a while, I never felt inclined to see it as I wasn't a particular fan of any of its cast. However, having asked friends for recommendations for a wholesome film to watch, Corrina, Corrina was suggested, so I decided to give it a go. And how pleased I am that I did! Bearing in mind the subject matter, this movie could have been one of those tearjerkers that leaves you feeling absolutely drained and depressed but I found it uplifting with just the right amounts of levity, tragedy and romance. I am fan of the Fifties music and fashion and this made me feel as though I was transported back to that era. I had a whole rush of emotions watching this, most of which were positive. There are touches in this film which make me feel warm inside - the whole movie radiates warmth. Both Whoopie Goldberg and Ray Liotta (I didn't think he ever played such roles) were great, but the revelation for me was little Tina Majorino! So believable - her laughter so infectious! I've watched this film time and time again and never tire of it! I love it! A very pleasant surprise indeed!