Where the Heart Is

Where the Heart Is

Stewart McBain is showing his kids a new side of life. The Outside.

R 1990 · 107 min · ★ 6.2 · Comedy, Drama

A wealthy businessman shows his young adult kids how tough life can be.

Directed by John Boorman · Written by John Boorman

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