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Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael (1990)

"She doesn't want much. Just a whole new life."

6.119901h 35mEN
ComedyDrama

Directed by Jim Abrahams

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

October 12, 1990

Director

Jim Abrahams

Official Trailer

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Overview

Movie star Roxy Carmichael is abandoning the bright lights of Hollywood, Calif. and returning to her small Ohio hometown -- at least long enough to dedicate a city building. And now the whole town of Clyde is bracing for Carmichael's return, most of all her now-married old flame Denton Webb and trou...

Cast

Winona Ryder

Winona Ryder

Dinky Bossetti

Jeff Daniels

Jeff Daniels

Denton Webb

Stephen Tobolowsky

Stephen Tobolowsky

Mayor Bill Klepler

Dinah Manoff

Dinah Manoff

Evelyn Whittacher

Laila Robins

Laila Robins

Elizabeth Zaks

Thomas Wilson Brown

Thomas Wilson Brown

Gerald Howells

Joan McMurtrey

Joan McMurtrey

Barbara Webb

Graham Beckel

Graham Beckel

Les Bossetti

Frances Fisher

Frances Fisher

Rochelle Bossetti

Robby Kiger

Robby Kiger

Beannie Billings

Sachi Parker

Sachi Parker

Libby Ohiemacher

Micole Mercurio

Micole Mercurio

Louise Garweski

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael (1990), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Movie star Roxy Carmichael is abandoning the bright lights of Hollywood, Calif. and returning to her small Ohio hometown -- at least long enough to dedicate a city building. And now the whole town of Clyde is bracing for Carmichael's return, most of all her now-married old flame Denton Webb and troubled teen Dinky Bossetti. An orphan with few friends, Dinky is convinced that Carmichael is her birth mother, and that the actress will reclaim her when she returns.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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