HD
1989
Witty and ambitious, 26-year-old hairdresser Rita seeks self-discovery by enrolling in the Open University. There, she encounters Dr. Frank Bryant, a jaded literature professor grappling with personal failures, including a broken marriage and a tumultuous romantic life. Reliant on whiskey to cope with his discontent, Frank craves a fresh challenge. Enter Rita, whose enthusiasm and determination to learn spark a transformative journey for both of them. As they navigate their vastly different worlds, their unlikely bond leads to profound insights about life, education, and the pursuit of dreams.