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The Heartbreak Kid

The Heartbreak Kid
Elaine May's 1972 black comedy classic!

Soon after Lenny (Charles Grodin) marries Lila (Jeannie Berlin), the needy and unrefined side of Lila's personality begins to emerge, and Lenny questions their relationship. Then during their honeymoon in Miami, he meets beautiful and sophisticated Kelly (Cybill Shepherd). Every chance he gets, Lenny sneaks away from Lila to be with Kelly, and the more he gets to know her, the more he falls in love. Problems arise when the two women learn about each other.
Director: Elaine May
Run time: 105 mins
Format: DCP