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As Good As It Gets (1997)

A single mother and waitress, a misanthropic author, and a gay artist form an unlikely friendship after the artist is assaulted in a robbery.

As Good As It Gets
As Good As It Gets
PG-13
Comedy
Drama
Romance
Release Date
December 25, 1997
Director
James L. Brooks
Runtime
2hr 19min
Main Genre
Comedy
Writers
Mark Andrus , James L. Brooks
Studio
TriStar Pictures, Gracie Films
Tagline
Brace yourself for Melvin.

Summary

New York City. Melvin Udall, a cranky, bigoted, obsessive-compulsive writer, finds his life turned upside down when neighboring gay artist Simon is hospitalized and his dog is entrusted to Melvin. In addition, Carol, the only waitress who will tolerate him, must leave work to care for her sick son, making it impossible for Melvin to eat breakfast.

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