The Last Word

Year: 2017

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: Mark Pellington

DramaComedy

A fiercely independent businesswoman, Harriet Lawler, finds herself facing the reality of aging and mortality when she decides to write her own obituary. She enlists the help of a young writer, Anne Sherman, to assist her with the project. As Harriet revisits her past and crafts her life story, she unexpectedly forms a close bond with Anne. The process becomes a touching journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of legacy, identity, and the importance of human connection.

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