Drama,Comedy
United States of America
Kelly & Cal is a 2014 independent drama film directed by Jen McGowan and written by Amy Lowe Starbin. The film stars Juliette Lewis as Kelly, a former punk rocker who is struggling to adjust to suburban life as a mother, and Jonny Weston as Cal, a 17-year-old boy with a disability who is feeling frustrated and powerless.
Kelly is dealing with postpartum depression, a strained marriage, and a longing for her wilder past. She meets Cal one day when she is out walking her stroller and he is sitting in his wheelchair, sulking. They bond over their mutual love of music and their shared sense of feeling like outcasts in their own lives.
As Kelly and Cal spend more time together, they both start to experience a sense of renewal. Kelly begins to find her old self again by reconnecting with her punk rocker roots, while Cal gains more confidence in himself as he helps Kelly with her struggles. The two form an unlikely and touching bond that helps them both to move on and find meaning in their lives.
The film premiered at the 2014 SXSW Film Festival and received positive reviews for its honest portrayal of the struggles that many people face in their daily lives. It is a heartwarming and poignant story about finding connection and hope in unexpected places.
