Millers in Marriage
Eve Miller, a former indie rock singer, finds herself trapped in a toxic marriage that consumes her both emotionally and mentally. As she struggles, her life takes an unexpected turn when she begins to feel attracted to a music journalist, adding another layer of complexity to her already turbulent existence. Eve has been marked by the scars of a relationship that no longer fulfills her, but also by the passion for music that still burns in her heart. Her professional and personal life seem to collide as she tries to find a balance between what was once a promising career and the damaged ties of her family life.
On the other hand, her sister Maggie, a successful bestselling author, faces a similar situation. While her career is on the rise, her marriage begins to crumble. Maggie's dedication to her work has reached levels that not only put her in the spotlight but also overshadow the needs and expectations of her husband. This disparity in their careers creates an emotional distance between them, causing friction that threatens to destroy what was once a solid relationship.
Both sisters, each in their own way, find themselves struggling with the expectations of a society that often fails to accommodate the complexities of love, personal success, and relationships. Despite their differences, Eve and Maggie share a deep connection that unites them not only by blood but by their personal struggles that reflect the complexity of their lives and desires. Eve, on her journey of self-discovery and liberation, and Maggie, in her attempt to find balance between her career and personal life, represent the contradictions many women face in a world that constantly demands sacrifices.
Ultimately, both sisters are forced to question what they truly want from life, love, and success. Their intertwined stories reflect how, despite having brilliant careers, they can still be prisoners of their own choices and the expectations of others. This story is a reflection of the challenges many women face when trying to navigate a world that often demands everything from them but never gives them time for themselves.
Director: Edward Burns
Genre: Drama
Cast: Benjamin Bratt, Brian d'Arcy James, Campbell Scott, Edward Burns, Elizabeth Masucci, Gretchen Mol, Julianna Margulies, Leslie Kritzer, Minnie Driver, Morena Baccarin, Paco Lozano, Patrick Wilson