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Learning to Drive is a 2016 American drama film directed by Roderick E. Stevens II and starring Connor Long, Kevin Coubal, and Nicole Carter Lyde. The film follows the story of a teenage boy named Ben, who is struggling to cope with the loss of his father while attempting to learn how to drive. Ben's mother, Wendy, is a struggling writer who has been separated from her husband for several years. Although she is not financially stable, Wendy is determined to give her son the best life possible. She decides to enroll Ben in a driving school where he meets a retired veteran named Darrell.

Darrell is a no-nonsense driving instructor who takes his job very seriously. At first, Ben is intimidated by Darrell's tough demeanor, but he soon realizes that Darrell is the best teacher he could have. Darrell takes Ben under his wing and teaches him everything he knows about driving.

As Ben becomes more comfortable behind the wheel, he begins to open up to Darrell about his father's death. Darrell, who is a veteran himself, shares stories about his own struggles with PTSD and the loss of his fellow soldiers. Ben and Darrell form a strong bond, and their lessons become more than just driving exercises.

Meanwhile, Wendy is struggling to make ends meet as a writer. Her agent is pushing her to write a commercial novel instead of the literary masterpiece she envisions. Wendy is torn between her artistic integrity and the need to support her family. She finds solace in her friendship with Darrell, who encourages her to pursue her dreams no matter what.

As Ben's driving lessons progress, he begins to face challenges that test his abilities behind the wheel. With Darrell's guidance, he learns important life lessons about perseverance and determination. Wendy also learns to face her own challenges head-on and discovers that she is stronger than she ever thought possible.

The film is a heartwarming and poignant exploration of loss, love, and the importance of human connection. The performances of the cast are outstanding, particularly the young Connor Long who portrays Ben with depth and maturity beyond his years. Kevin Coubal shines as the gruff but endearing driving instructor, and Nicole Carter Lyde brings a nuanced portrayal of Wendy's struggles to the screen.

Overall, Learning to Drive is a touching and relatable film that will resonate with audiences of all ages.

Learning to Drive is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 26 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.9.