Synopsis

Noah, a young woman who lives alone in New York, is dating two very different men, Fred and Mitch, at the same time. However, she realises that neither man can totally fulfil her needs.

Our family guide

Best from age 16
53
Movie Knight Score
24 reviews
  • 53 Audience · 24 · 100%

Noah, a young woman in New York, finds herself dating two very different men, Fred and Mitch. She grapples with the realization that neither relationship fully meets her needs for connection and understanding. The film explores themes of self-discovery and the complexities of human relationships.

Violence & peril
1/10
Language
2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
3/10
Romance & sensuality
4/10
Scary moments
1/10

Heads up

  • Disillusioned tone may be difficult for younger viewers.
  • Themes of loneliness and existential questioning.
  • Some implied sexual content and adult situations.

What it models well

  • Self-discovery and identity
  • Exploring emotional needs
  • The search for belonging

Talk about it after

  • What does Noah truly seek in a relationship?
  • The challenges of defining your own path.
  • How different people meet different needs.

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for A Safe Place. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.

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Top billed cast

Director: Henry Jaglom • Crew: Henry Jaglom

Trailers & clips

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Details

TMDB audience
5.3/10 (24)
Age rating
PG
Status
Released