Where the Heart Is
“Laughter is harder... Friendship is stronger... Trust is deeper... When it comes from the heart.”
Novalee Nation is a 17-year-old Tennessee transient who has to grow up in a hurry when she's left pregnant and abandoned by her boyfriend on a roadside, and takes refuge in the friendly aisles of Wal-Mart. Eventually, some eccentric but kindly strangers 'adopt' Novalee and her infant daughter, helping them buck the odds and build a new life.
This film feels like a warm embrace after a long struggle. It's an earnest journey of overcoming adversity through sheer will and the unexpected kindness of others. Expect a comforting, emotionally resonant experience that champions the human spirit and the power of chosen family, leaving you with a hopeful glow.
