In five distinct New York tales, the lives of seemingly disparate characters: a public defender (Matthew McConaughey) whose life suddenly mirrors that of the criminals he prosecutes; a college professor (John Turturro) facing a poignant crossroads, an envious businessman (Alan Arkin) seeking revenge on a compulsively cheerful co-worker, an optimistic cleaning woman (Clea Duvall) searching for miracles in the aftermath of a tragic accident and lastly, a woman (Amy Irving) forced to face her husband's infidelity due to an untimely return of a lost wallet- are interwoven to create a touching tapestry that's warmed the hearts of movie-goers and critics across the globe.
Matthew McConaughey (Troy); David Connolly (Owen); Joseph Siravo (Bureau Chief); A.D. Miles (Co-Worker); Sig Libowitz (Assistant Attorney); James Yaegashi (Legal Assistant); Dion Graham (Defense Attorney); Fernando López (Defendant (as Fernando Lopez)); Brian Smiar (Judge); Paul Austin (Bartender); Allie Woods Jr. (Cab Driver (as Allie Woods)); John Turturro (Walker); Amy Irving (Patricia); Barbara Sukowa (Helen); Rob McElhenney (Chris Hammond, Aspiring Medical Student). Please contact SFC to add other cast members and characters.
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