Nothing Special (2010)

In the heart of Los Angeles, beneath the looming shadow of the iconic Hollywood sign, unfolds a narrative rich in darkness, humor, and raw emotion. Angela Garcia Combs, in her debut feature film, weaves a tale of ambition, maternal bonds, and the precipices of personal and professional life. Meet Louise, portrayed by Julia Garcia Combs, an insurance underwriter living with her bi-polar mother May, brought to life by Karen Black. Their world takes an unsteady turn when May is evicted from her Section 8 apartment, her already fragile reality starting to crumble. Louise finds solace and inspiration in her trailblazing boss, Catherine, played by Barbara Bain. Catherine, who is quietly battling cancer and dealing with a strained relationship with her own daughter, finds a surrogate in Louise. As Catherine encourages Louise to embrace a significant promotion that would whisk her away to New York, their bond grows stronger. However, this close-knit relationship begins to rattle May, leading to a startling clash when she unexpectedly encounters Catherine on Mother's Day. Simultaneously, Louise finds herself drawn to a local bartender, introducing a touch of romance to the swirling chaos. Welcome to a compelling journey through the intricate maze of mother-daughter dynamics, the electrifying lives of three extraordinary women, and the triumphs and trials of love in the city of stars.

Nothing Special is a comedy movie featuring Julia Garcia Combs and directed by Angela Garcia Combs.

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