Niagara, Niagara (1998)

In the quaint, unassuming town of Poughkeepsie, New York, two misfit souls cross paths in an unexpected encounter. Marcy, an audacious shoplifter with an endearing charm, makes an unlikely connection with Seth, a quiet and introverted petty thief, amidst a shared shoplifting spree. United by their shared rebellion against societal norms, Marcy coaxes Seth into joining her on a quest that transcends the ordinary—a quest to find a rare black Bobbi head doll in Toronto. Their journey unfolds in Seth's battle-scarred station wagon, navigating the picturesque roads of upstate New York. Along the way, Marcy unveils a deeply hidden secret—she battles with Tourette's syndrome. Her condition necessitates a string of detours to random pharmacies and liquor stores, adding an unexpected layer of complexity to their road trip. Their story takes a dark turn when they stumble into a hostile encounter at a pharmacy. Misunderstanding Marcy's desperate need for pills to control her muscle spasms, the pharmacist labels her a junkie and refuses her service. Undeterred, they return later that night to claim what Marcy needs, leading to a tense confrontation that leaves Seth with a shotgun wound and the duo on the run. Their path crosses with Walter, a lonely widower with a beat-up tow truck and a heart full of kindness. He becomes an unsuspected ally, caring for Seth's injury, shielding them from a suspicious sheriff and introducing them to his simple yet fulfilling life. However, the tranquility is shattered when Marcy's condition triggers an unintentional attack on their benefactor, propelling them back on their tumultuous journey to Canada. Upon reaching their destination, they discover the last black Bobbi head doll in a toy store, a symbol of their shared dream. But their hope is challenged by the store's refusal to sell the display doll, which triggers another one of Marcy's episodes. As a playful scuffle with a security guard escalates into a standoff with the police, the duo's journey reaches a dramatic climax, leaving viewers on the edge of their seat. "Niagara, Niagara" is a poignant exploration of two imperfect souls on a quest for a semblance of normalcy and happiness, catapulting the audience into a thrilling adventure of misfits, rebellion, and the pursuit of an elusive dream.

Niagara, Niagara is a drama movie featuring Robin Tunney.

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