# Once Around (1991)

> A self-doubting Boston woman discovers love with a flamboyant older salesman, forcing her to choose between romantic independence and family loyalty.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/24857

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Lasse Hallström
- Cast: Richard Dreyfuss, Holly Hunter, Danny Aiello, Laura San Giacomo, Gena Rowlands, Roxanne Hart, Danton Stone, Tim Guinee
- TMDB rating: 6.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102590/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, sincere, witty, date night, family movie night

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