A busload of women become stranded in an isolated part of the Canadian countryside. As they await rescue, they reflect on their lives through a mostly ad-libbed script.
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Title: Strangers in Good Company (1990)
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4 wins & 5 nominations.
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Alice Diabo | ... | Alice |
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Beth Webber | ... | Beth |
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Catherine Roche | ... | Catherine |
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Cissy Meddings | ... | Cissy |
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Constance Garneau | ... | Constance |
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Mary Meigs | ... | Mary |
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Michelle Sweeney | ... | Michelle |
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Winifred Holden | ... | Winnie |
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A bus breaks down in the wilderness. Seven elderly women,average age 71 and one 27 year old are stranded at a deserted farmhouse. The have only their wits, their memories, and eventually some roasted frogs' legs, to sustain them. Through the long days and nights this remarkable group of strangers share their life stories and exchange intimate thoughts; turning the crisis into a magical time of humor and spirit. Featuring non-professional actors and spontaneous dialogue, this memorable film dissolves the barrier between fiction and reality, weaving a heartwarming tale of friendship and courage. Written by Anonymous
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title directed by female | feminist film | school bus | car trouble | bird watching |Taglines:
Sometimes the middle of nowhere can lead to the most beautiful of places.Genres:
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Written by Billy Mayhew (as B. Mayhew)
Courtesy Bregman Vocco and Conn., Inc.
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This movie was mostly ad-libbed by the women, all talking about their real lives. See more »Crazy Credits
And a Special Thanks to all those who Participated in the Research and Casting of this Film See more »Soundtracks
It's A Sin To Tell A LieWritten by Billy Mayhew (as B. Mayhew)
Courtesy Bregman Vocco and Conn., Inc.
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1990 (Canada) See more »Also Known As:
Strangers in Good Company See more »Filming Locations:
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$1,002,689Company Credits
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National Film Board of Canada (NFB), Bedford Entertainment, First Run Features See more »
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A superb movie dealing with life, the interplay of human strengths and weakness, and growing older. The movie uses non-professional actors playing themselves, and is wonderfully refreshing, thought provoking and moving. I give this movie a high recommendation.