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Fresh from their New York nuptials, Jewish newlyweds Lenny and Lila Cantrow embark on a sun-soaked honeymoon to Miami Beach. Their drive down the coast, however, exposes Lenny to the quirks and habits of his new wife, each one magnifying his growing doubt about their rushed union. Their relationship, untouched by the intimacy of pre-marital sex, seems to crumble under the weight of Lenny's disillusionment.
In the heart of Miami, Lenny stumbles upon the enchanting Kelly Corcoran, a stunning blonde Midwesterner vacationing with her affluent WASP parents. Kelly's allure, a blend of flirtatiousness and aloofness, fuels Lenny's mounting conviction that he has wed the wrong woman. Every encounter with Kelly intensifies his desire to escape his ties with Lila, a task made surprisingly easy by the distractions of their honeymoon.
As Lenny's infatuation with Kelly evolves into a desperate pursuit of a second chance at marital bliss, he finds himself wrestling with a triple threat. His existing marriage to Lila looms in the shadows, threatening to pull him back into a life he is eager to escape. The ambiguity of Kelly's feelings towards him, teetering between a vacation fling and genuine affection, leaves him in a state of agonizing uncertainty. Lastly, the formidable Mr. Corcoran, Kelly's father, stands as an unwavering wall of disapproval, despising Lenny and his intentions with an unyielding passion.
In this intricate web of love, regret, and ambition, Lenny must navigate the tumultuous waters of his own heartbreak, in a desperate quest for happiness. Will he be able to overcome the obstacles in his path, or will he remain trapped in a marriage he views as a monumental mistake? The Heartbreak Kid is a riveting exploration of love's complexities, the choices we make, and the consequences they bear.
Where to watch The Heartbreak Kid?
The Heartbreak Kid is a comedy movie featuring Charles Grodin and directed by Elaine May.
The Heartbreak Kid is currently streaming on YouTube.