The death of one animal (a faithful dog) and the arrival of another (an invading rat amid the tasteful, immaculate environs of a California bungalow) signal a change in the life of composed, content (complacent?) Chardonnay connoisseur Carol (a luminous yet thoroughly terrestrial Blythe Danner). First there's a new pool guy (a deadpan Martin Starr), an aimless poetry major who doesn't have much hope for the future. Then there's a new resident at the local senior center (a mellow Sam Elliott), a wealthy charmer who doesn't know how much future is left him. An admirable take on the winter of discontent that may arrive toward the end — "I lived a long and healthy life for that?" complains Carol after a senior speed-dating session. Admirable for its refusal (mostly) to go for broad comedy or easy sentiment, for its matter-of-factness and willingness to take its time with each conversation and situation. So yes, the feel of the thing is low and slow. But it's also assured and steady — what's your hurry? (2015) — Matthew Lickona
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