If I Were You (2013)

In the serendipitous dance of life, two women, Madelyn and Lucy, cross paths, each wrestling with their own share of dissatisfaction. Bound by a unique pact, they agree to guide each other towards a happier existence. The twist? Madelyn is aware that her husband's infidelity involves none other than Lucy, the younger woman she's now entwined with. However, Lucy remains blissfully ignorant of this fact. As they begin to navigate each other's lives, a dramatic turn of events sees Madelyn, a woman of no theatrical experience, being thrust into the spotlight of a humble stage production. Lucy, an aspiring actress brimming with ambition, dictates that Madelyn must assume the mantle of King Lear, with Lucy herself cast as The Fool. Thrust into the world of Shakespearean drama, Madelyn finds her life mirroring the king's struggle, as she grapples with the realities of mortality, betrayal, and loyalty. As the curtains rise and fall, Madelyn's life is reshaped in ways she never anticipated, subtly echoing the poignant, timeless themes of King Lear. Can she continue to play the fool or will she seize control of her own narrative? 'If I Were You' is a compelling exploration of life's paradoxes, a delicate interplay of art imitating life and the unexpected paths that lead to self-discovery.

If I Were You is a comedy movie featuring Marcia Gay Harden and directed by Joan Carr-Wiggin.

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