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The Rewrite (2014)

“A comedy about getting on the same page.”

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Plot

Having once tasted the sweet nectar of Hollywood success with his Oscar-winning screenplay for the 1999 dramatic sensation, "Paradise Misplaced", Keith Michaels now finds himself a forgotten hero in the sun-drenched mecca of movies. His once-bright star has dimmed, forcing him to abandon the glitz of Los Angeles and accept a teaching position in the rain-soaked town of Binghamton, New York. Suddenly thrust into academia, Keith finds his past accomplishments attracting the scrutiny of the college's formidable ethics committee head, Ms Weldon, while his screenwriting course becomes a battleground of aspirations, teeming with youthful minds and hopeful writers. Amid this sea of eager faces, Holly, a diligent single mother with dreams of her own literary success, stands out. She appears to see beyond Keith's tarnished glory, peering into the man he truly is. Caught in the whirlpool of academic life, Keith grapples with his new reality. Stripped of his Hollywood facade, he is but a big fish floundering in a small pond. As he navigates these unfamiliar waters, he must confront the challenge of connecting with this tight-knit community, possibly ushering in a new chapter in his life. "The Rewrite" is a journey of rediscovery, a testament to life's unexpected detours, and the transformative power of words.

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The Rewrite is a comedy movie featuring Hugh Grant and directed by Marc Lawrence.

The Rewrite is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Plex, Plex Player, The Roku Channel and Tubi TV and it's also available on Hoopla and Hulu.

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