Take My Advice: The Ann and Abby Story

Name: Take My Advice: The Ann and Abby Story
Director: Alan Metzger
Genre: Comedy, Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1999-01-01
Duration: 90 min
Cast: Wendie Malick, Robert Desiderio, Kip Gilman, Michelle Duffy, David Groh

1999Dir. Alan Metzger1h 30m

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Take My Advice: The Ann and Abby Story is an interesting dive into the lives of the famous advice columnists, Ann Landers and Abby Van Buren. The film captures the essence of their rivalry, starting from their shared beginnings in Sioux City to the peak of their careers. It's got this slice-of-life vibe, mixed with comedic moments that feel genuine. The pacing can be a bit uneven, with stretches that delve into their personal struggles, which adds depth. You really get a sense of how their relationship evolved and how they impacted each other’s identities. Performances vary, but the chemistry between the leads is notable. Overall, it’s a quirky portrayal of two women who shaped a generation's views on relationships and advice.

Explores the twin's complex relationshipMixes humor with serious momentsCaptures the 20th-century advice culture