The Last Word 2017

In "The Last Word," a fiercely independent businesswoman, Harriet Lawler (Shirley MacLaine), must confront the impermanence of life when tasked with writing her own obituary. As she rewrites her story alongside reluctant collaborator Anne Sherman (Amanda Seyfried), Harriet's quest becomes a poignant exploration of legacy, identity, and the power of storytelling to shape our own destinies.

In "The Last Word," a fiercely independent businesswoman, Harriet Lawler (Shirley MacLaine), must confront the impermanence of life when tasked with writing her own obituary. As she rewrites her story alongside reluctant collaborator Anne Sherman (Amanda Seyfried), Harriet's quest becomes a poignant exploration of legacy, identity, and the power of storytelling to shape our own destinies.

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The Last Word does not have end credit scenes.

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Metacritic

40

Metascore

7.4

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IMDb

6.6 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

66

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User Score

Letterboxd

3.2

From 10 fan ratings

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