Romance,Comedy
United States of America
Serial is a 1980 American comedy-drama film written by Susan Baer and directed by Bill Persky. The movie is set in Los Angeles and explores the lives of several characters as they struggle to make sense of their place in a changing world. The film's main theme is a commentary on the "me generation" and the cultural shift that occurred in American society during the 1970s.
The film features an ensemble cast that includes Martin Mull, Tuesday Weld, Sally Kellerman, Bill Macy, Christopher Lee, and Tom Smothers. Mull plays Harvey Holroyd, a successful businessman who is going through a midlife crisis. He begins to question his life choices and becomes involved with a young hippie named Kate (Jennifer McAllister). Harvey's wife, Kate (Weld), is an aspiring actress who is having an affair with a married man (Lee).
The other characters in the film include Eddie (Gary Goodrow), a car salesman who is experimenting with drugs, and his wife, Mona (Kellerman), who is trying to find herself through group therapy. There is also Max (Macy), a middle-aged man who is searching for love and companionship, and his girlfriend, Liza (Lydia Cornell), who is starting to feel stifled in the relationship.
As the film unfolds, the characters struggle to make sense of their lives and relationships. They attend group therapy sessions, experiment with drugs, and try to find meaning in their experiences. The film is a commentary on the confusion and uncertainty of the 1970s and the search for identity that defined the era.
Overall, Serial is a poignant and insightful look at a pivotal moment in American society. The film explores the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of living in a rapidly changing world. Despite its somber themes, Serial has a light-hearted tone and is an enjoyable watch for fans of 1970s culture.
