Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean

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"A cup of coffee and a side of dreams."
  • PG
  • 1982
  • 1 hr 49 min
  • 7.1  (5,059)

Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is a 1982 drama film directed by Robert Altman, starring Cher, Karen Black, and Sandy Dennis. The movie is based on a play by Ed Graczyk, and revolves around a group of women who reunite in a small Texas town to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their idol, James Dean's death.

The story unfolds in a small town in Texas, where a group of women gather at the local Woolworths store to celebrate the 20th anniversary of James Dean's death. The women first met each other twenty years ago at the Five and Dime store, where they formed a fan club devoted to James Dean. The group is led by Mona (Sandy Dennis), the local dreamer who is known to be a compulsive liar. The other members of the group are Sissy (Cher), a tough-talking, and sexually promiscuous woman who works at a truck stop, and Joanne (Karen Black), a middle-aged woman who is now a successful businesswoman.

The tension between the women is palpable from the start, as they each have their own secrets, sorrows, and insecurities. Mona is obsessed with James Dean and, believing that he is reincarnated in her son, tells the others that he is the son of James Dean. Meanwhile, Sissy hides a deep truth about herself which she reveals in a climactic scene that gives the film its emotional turning point. Joanne, the most successful member of the group, is still grappling with the abandonment of her abusive husband, and the group begins arguing and revealing their secrets to each other, with Mona unable to keep her composure.

As the story unfolds, the audience learns about the women, and their experiences since their time at the Five and Dime. Through flashbacks and present-day conversations, the audience becomes privy to the complexities of their lives, the betrayals they have suffered, and the regrets they have accumulated. They all struggle to come to terms with their lives, and the death of James Dean, and realize that they can never go back to being the women they once were.

The story is powerful, emotional, and deeply cathartic, exploring themes of grief, loss, identity, and the complexities of growing up. The film is anchored by the outstanding performances of Cher, Karen Black, and Sandy Dennis, who all give nuanced and incredible performances. Cher, in particular, stands out, giving a heartbreaking performance as Sissy, that demonstrates her range and dramatic depth.

The film's script is both moving and complex, with the interplay between the iconic James Dean and the women's experiences creating a poignant commentary on the idea of myth and celebrity. The film also examines the struggles of women in a society that is deeply patriarchal, exploring how each of the women had to overcome their own personal demons in order to survive.

Overall, Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is a moving and powerful drama that explores the complexities and nuances of the human experience. With standout performances, subtle direction, and a deeply moving script, this is a film that should not be missed.

Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is a 1982 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.1.

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  • Release Date
    1982
  • MPAA Rating
    PG
  • Runtime
    1 hr 49 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (5,059)
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