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A Little Help is a american film of genre Drama released in USA on 21 may 2010 with Jenna Fischer
A Little Help (2010)
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Add to a movie listA Little Help is a 2010 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Michael J. Weithorn. It follows the experiences of a dental hygienist following her unfaithful husband's sudden death. It debuted on May 21, 2010 at the Seattle International Film Festival.
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Laura Pehlke (Jenna Fischer) is married to Bob (Chris O'Donnell) and together they raise their 12 year-old son Dennis (Daniel Yelsky). Laura is a dental hygienist and Bob works in a real estate office and comes home late. The family goes to a birthday barbecue of Laura's twin nieces. Laura suspects Bob is cheating on her and they get into a fight. She runs away from the house and Bob runs after her and suddenly falls on the road. After a brief examination the doctor says he had a panic attack. Later that night Laura tries to have sex with Bob and during a blowjob he has another stroke and he dies, later diagnosed as arrhythmia. Laura's sister, Kathy Helms (Brooke Smith) makes her go to a lawyer to discuss her economic state. The lawyer claims the only way to get along with the money they have is suing the doctor. Reluctantly, Laura cooperates. During the process Bob secretary admits having an affair with him.Actors
Jenna Fischer
(Laura)
Chris O'Donnell
(Bob)
Kim Coates
(Mel Kaminsky)
Robert Benedict
(Paul Helms)
Lesley Ann Warren
(Joan)
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