The Open Road
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In this heartwarming comedy, minor leaguer Carlton Garret (Justin Timberlake) takes an unexpected road trip to track down his estranged father, legendary baseball player Kyle Garret (Jeff Bridges) when Carlton’s mother (Mary Steenburgen) becomes sick. Knowing his charming yet painfully immature dad’s likelihood to disappoint, Carlton enlists his on-again-off-again girlfriend Lucy (Kate Mara) for emotional support. Once reunited, Carlton struggles to deal with the series of misadventures caused by his father’s antics, including missed flights, car trouble and bathroom brawls. Years of miscommunication, frustration and comically awkward attempts at bonding come to a head as the mismatched trio make their way from Ohio back home to Houston to reunite the family. Director: Michael Meredith Writer(s): Michael Meredith Cast: Jeff Bridges, Justin Timberlake, Mary Steenburgen, Lyle Lovett, Harry Dean Stanton Release Date: August 28, 2009 Official Site: TheOpenRoadMovie.com Distributor: Anchor Bay Films Genre: Drama Rating: Rated PG-13 for some language. |
