Touchy Feely
Director: Lynn Shelton
Actors: Rosemarie DeWitt, Elliot Page, Josh Pais
PlotAbby is a successful massage therapist whose flourishing practice is grounded in her deep connection with her clients and the healing power of touch. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she develops a sudden aversion to physical contact, rendering her unable to perform her job. As Abby grapples with her newfound condition, her brother Paul, a quiet and meticulous dentist, experiences a miraculous surge in business when his patients begin to exhibit unexplainable recoveries from chronic ailments after dental treatments. Simultaneously, Paul's daughter Jenny finds herself stuck working at her father's struggling dental office, yearning for more meaningful engagement and connection.
As Abby retreats from her profession and navigates an increasing sense of isolation, Paul basks in his newfound success, both unaware of the other’s struggles. Through a series of introspective moments and interactions with their respective clients, both siblings are forced to reassess their lives and their relationships with each other. The unfolding events set them on individual paths of self-discovery, challenging their perceptions of touch, healing, and human connection. Amidst the backdrop of their contrasting experiences, they each confront personal and familial tensions that shape their journey towards understanding and resolution.
Writers: Lynn Shelton
Release Date: 16 May 2014
Runtime: 89 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Touchy Feely, though technically well-produced, lacks completeness and balance, making it an uneven film despite great picture and sound quality; worth a rental for fans.
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