Shirley Valentine (1989)

Shirley Valentine, a middle-aged housewife from Liverpool, finds herself trapped in the mundanity of her daily routine - cooking, cleaning, and conversing with the kitchen wall while preparing her indifferent husband's chip'n'egg. The vibrant echo of her rebellious, carefree youth seems like a distant memory against the monotonous backdrop of her present life as she yearns for excitement and adventure. A flicker of hope ignites when her best friend Jane, wins an all-expenses-paid holiday to Greece and invites Shirley along. This unexpected getaway introduces her to the charismatic Costas, a charming Lothario, who rekindles the spirit of her youth and makes her feel alive once more. Caught between the enchanting Greek landscapes and her stagnant life back home, Shirley Valentine is faced with a monumental decision. This journey of self-discovery and renewal paints a vivid picture of a woman daring to step out of her comfort zone and see the world, and herself, in a brand new light. Will she return to the drudgery of her old life or embrace the thrilling promise of a fresh start? The captivating tale of Shirley Valentine is one of courage, transformation, and the undying spark of youthful rebellion.

Shirley Valentine is a comedy movie featuring Pauline Collins and directed by Lewis Gilbert.

Shirley Valentine is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.

It is also possible to buy Shirley Valentine on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Vudu or rent it on Spectrum On Demand.