Twice in a Lifetime

Twice in a Lifetime

R 1985 · 111 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama

A middle-aged steelworker is content with his job and his family, but feels that something is missing in his life. On his 50th birthday, he stops in at a local bar for a drink to celebrate. He finds himself attracted to the young, very sexy barmaid--and, to his surprise, he finds that she is also very attracted to him.

Directed by Bud Yorkin · Written by Colin Welland

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