LOVE SCENES

An actress from a famous Hollywood family struggles to separate life on set from everyday reality as she feels reluctantly drawn to her co-star.

Television actress Sloane Ford finds herself at an embarrassing dead end after she loses a role in a “critically ignored" police procedural. Hit hard by the loss of a steady job and reeling from the painful aftermath of a breakup, Sloane reluctantly agrees to work as a producer for a World War II drama being made by her family—directed by her sister and stepfather and with her mother in a supporting role. But everybody neglects to mention that the movie stars Joseph Donovan, an incorrigible charmer who put Sloane through hell when she co-starred with him several years ago. To make matters worse, her mother deputizes her to double as Joseph's acting coach. Joseph's erratic behavior once caused Sloane to consider quitting acting, but as he makes an effort to right previous wrongs, Sloane begins to rediscover her love for the camera. So when the female lead is fired, Sloane readily steps into her shoes to save her family’s production. Sloane and Joseph are a fantastic couple onscreen, but they need to work through a range of personal issues if they are to be together in reality. Sloane is sharp, bright, no-nonsense, and immensely likable as she negotiates the politics of Hollywood with a rare emotional generosity. Morrissey is at her best when she allows Sloane’s musings to shed light on the caprices of the entertainment industry. Even as Sloane's bond with Joseph develops with charming ease, her evolving relationships with a diverse array of relatives illuminate the many peculiarities inherent to understanding, accepting, and loving family.

A compelling and unique riff on the potential of second chances in love.