Tuesdays with Morrie (film)
Tuesdays with Morrie is a 1999 American television film adaptation of Mitch Albom's memoir of the same name. The film was directed by Mick Jackson and stars Jack Lemmon as Morrie Schwartz and Hank Azaria as Mitch Albom.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film follows the true story of Mitch Albom, a successful sports journalist, and his former Brandeis University sociology professor, Morrie Schwartz. After learning that Morrie has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Mitch reconnects with his old mentor. The two begin to meet every Tuesday, discussing various topics about life, love, work, and death. These meetings profoundly impact Mitch, leading him to reevaluate his life and priorities.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Jack Lemmon as Morrie Schwartz
- Hank Azaria as Mitch Albom
- Wendy Moniz as Janine
- Caroline Aaron as Connie
- Bonnie Bartlett as Charlotte Schwartz
Production[edit | edit source]
The film was produced by Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Productions and aired on ABC on December 5, 1999. The screenplay was written by Thomas Rickman, and the film's music was composed by Marco Beltrami.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Tuesdays with Morrie received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Jack Lemmon's performance as Morrie Schwartz was particularly praised, earning him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie. The film also won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Made for Television Movie.
Awards and Nominations[edit | edit source]
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie - Jack Lemmon (Winner)
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie - Hank Azaria (Winner)
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Made for Television Movie (Winner)
- Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film - Jack Lemmon (Nominated)
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