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Blue Eyed Girl is a poignant story at times about accepting an unfulfilling life, but its catharsis relies on a poorly executed romantic comedy plot. The film centers on Jane (Marisa Coughlan), a married mother in her forties whose father, Jack (Beau Bridges, One Night in Miami), has recently survived a suicide attempt. She travels to his hometown to see him, accompanied by her sisters Alex (Eliza Coupe) and Ceci (Bridey Elliott). As the situation unfolds, Jane is forced to confront her past regrets and discover how to find the happiness that eludes her, especially when she reconnects with her high school sweetheart, Harrison (Sam Trammell, The Fault in Our Stars). Director: J. Mills Goodloe Writer: Marisa Coughlan Stars: Eliza Coupe, Beau Bridges, Sam Trammell None of the film's shortcomings lie with the actors. Beau Bridges undoubtedly delivers the best performance, his rugged yet warm presence conveying genuine wisdom to those around him while also revealing the vulnerability th...