SHORT TAKES : ‘Love Hurts’ Really ‘Kind Love’
Producer-director Bud Yorkin says his latest film, “Love Hurts,” may get a name change before it is widely released.
The film, shot in the Dallas area, made its debut Thursday night at the USA Film Festival.
“There’s been a mixed response on the title,” Yorkin said. “Several people who have seen it say the title is too negative, while the picture is too positive.”
The film stars Jeff Daniels as a recently divorced salesman heading for his small hometown after his divorce to attend his sister’s wedding. Amy Wright plays his sister.
“It’s close to a Woody Allen-type picture,” said Yorkin, whose works include the film “Divorce American Style” and the TV series “All in the Family.
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