tm-737-640750
I saw this film when it first came out and was deeply moved because I identified with T.R. - I lived her story when I first left home, including making big mistakes about recognizing when I was merely being used by men I thought really liked me, and the awful places you end up living because you make barely a living wage, and the loneliness - all of it. Every thematic scene in this film could be my own life, with only the details changed. I've never seen another film that comes even close to capturing this experience.Today when I was trying to find this film, I was shocked to discover how badly it was rated by critics at the time. I'm glad to see that people here respect the film and that most rate it very highly.I'm going off now to see if I can get somewhere. A classic.
kim-miller
I caught this movie one Sunday afternoon on TV at least 15 years ago and never forgot it (and have not been able to find it). I have searched for it on e-bay, amazon, here -- and can't find it. Candace Bergen gives an amazing performance as a young woman starting her life alone. I would love to see it again ... as I recall, the scenes are very 70s and may look dated, but the story is timeless.As I recall, it had shades of "Looking for Mr. Goodbar," but not as dark. I would say the movie has a sardonic feeling. Candace Bergen's character, T.R. Baskin, is smart, cynical and searching for her place in the world.
jeffskent
I saw this movie when it came out in the theatres and I loved it. I haven't been able to find a copy yet. It is only listed on the IMDB. I still use many of the lines I remember from the film. Such as, "Do I have any mail?" to the mailman. He says, "What's your name?" She says, "Occupant" Not as a smart alec reply but more in saddness. She is 18 to 22 years old and applying for a job with a woman personel interviewer. The lady asks if she has been convicted of a crime. Bergan answers, "27 arrests, no convictions" The lady writes down "None"The other characters are all equally memorable and touching. It is bittersweet and realistic, without becoming maudlin. I reccommend that you see it if you get the chance.
moonspinner55
When people speak of Candice Bergen's acting triumphs pre-"Murphy Brown", they cite "Carnal Knowledge" and "Starting Over", yet this is her best performance. "T.R. Baskin" is a young woman from the sticks who relocates to Chicago and finds the Windy City an alienating place. This is one of the very few movies I've seen that shows the curious spectacle of someone living alone in a small apartment and not knowing what to do with themselves. Bergen walks around, looking at the walls. She's truly alone, and is not sure how to free herself from herself. James Caan and Peter Boyle have smaller roles as would-be suitors, and by the second-half the story has become more conventional--with a feminist slant. Still, for an hour or so, it showcases an appealing, somewhat naive and somewhat bitter female character trying to find her niche. There are sharp and funny observations here, and director Herbert Ross does some subtle work. An underrated little film. **1/2 from ****
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