The Next Best Thing
“Best friends make the best mistakes”
ComedyDramaRomance
A comedy-drama about best friends - one a straight woman, Abbie, the other a gay man, Robert - who decide to have a child together. Five years later, Abbie falls in love with a straight man and wants to move away with her and Robert's little boy Sam, and a nasty custody battle ensues.
VIBE
This film feels like a warm hug from an old friend, blending witty banter with genuine emotional depth. It navigates the complexities of modern relationships and parenthood with a charming, albeit sometimes tear-jerking, sincerity.
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