The Great New Wonderful (2005)

Set against the backdrop of New York City, "The Great New Wonderful" weaves together five concurrent stories of emotional turmoil, each converging as the first anniversary of 9/11 looms. Amid the city's pulsating rhythm, Emme Keeler, a high-end cake designer, and her businessman husband, Danny, craft a picture-perfect existence. Yet, even as Emme turns confectionery into art, her business sags under the pressure of competition from her rival, Safarah Polsky. The upcoming birthday of a spoiled heiress presents an opportunity for redemption, but at what cost? Parallel to Emme's story, we explore the lives of Allison and David Burbage, a couple sinking under the weight of their disruptive son Charlie's expensive therapy. As they scramble to secure their son's future, they're oblivious to the widening chasm threatening their own relationship. Meanwhile, Avi and Satish, both family men and best friends, work as security guards in the post-9/11 landscape. Their companionship, however, belies the mounting tension. Avi, a notorious flirt with a sunny demeanor, confesses a perilous indiscretion to the more reserved Satish, whose personal and family struggles are turning him into a pressure cooker about to blow. In the twilight of their lives, Judy Hillerman is trapped in a monotonous marriage with Henry. An encounter with a cheerful old classmate, Jerry Binder, stirs a longing for a slice of happiness that she might just reach out for. Finally, we meet Sandie, a survivor from the twin towers. His company offers him therapy, where Dr. Trabulous employs unconventional methods to unearth deep-seated issues that may or may not exist within Sandie. "The Great New Wonderful" is a compelling tapestry of life that invites you to witness the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of these characters as they navigate their respective fates on September 11, 2002. Watch their worlds intertwine and unravel, each story a poignant reminder of human resilience amidst despair.

The Great New Wonderful is a comedy movie featuring Olympia Dukakis.

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