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A FILM WORTH A CLOSER LOOKTHE FEATURE PRESENTATION
IF THIS ONE STAYED WITH YOU
Keep the feeling.
SIMILAR PICKS / A PERSONAL CONNECTION
01
Why this pick
Like The Object of My Affection, it finds both humor and real ache in an unconventional New York relationship, with friendship, attraction, and self-definition evolving through witty, intimate conversation.
02
Why this pick
Its close bond between a straight woman and gay man carries a similarly warm, complicated emotional charge, balancing domestic intimacy, romantic mismatch, and difficult choices without losing its light touch.
03
Why this pick
This ensemble comedy shares the film's late-1990s urban ease and generous interest in friendships that refuse neat labels, using dry humor and romantic uncertainty rather than broad farce.
04
Why this pick
A sharp, affectionate relationship comedy centered on queer friends and tentative coupling; its conversational wit and messy, supportive social circle echo the charm beneath Object's romantic complications.
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Why this pick
Its sweet, polished tone and emphasis on affection that does not fit a conventional plan recall the tender side of The Object of My Affection, while keeping the emotional complications approachable.
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01 / THE STORY
Social worker Nina Borowski (Jennifer Aniston) is a bright young woman living in a cozy Brooklyn apartment. Nina attends a party given by her stepsister Constance (Allison Janney) and her husband, Sidney (Alan Alda). There Nina meets George Hanson (Paul Rudd), a young, handsome, and gay first grade teacher. Nina tells George that her stepsister is constantly trying to fix her up with somebody from higher society, completely ignoring the fact that Nina has a boyfriend, Vince (John Pankow). During the conversation, Nina offers George a room in her apartment as she has just heard from his boyfriend, Dr. Robert Joley (Tim Daly), that George is looking for somewhere to live. George, not knowing about Robert's plans, is taken aback and heartbroken, and after the party the two split up. George accepts Nina's offer and moves into her apartment.
02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
Nina Borowski
George Hanson
Mermaid
Sidney Miller
Frank Hanson
Steve Casillo
Louis Crowley
Wedding Singer
