The Wendell Baker story [dvd] : Capitol Films presents in association with MHF Zweite Academy Film, a Mark Johnson/David Bushell production ; produced by Mark Johnson, David Bushell, Luke Wilson ; written by Luke Wilson ; directed by Andrew Wilson & Luke Wilson.
Originally released as a motion picture in 2003. Luke Wilson, Seymour Cassel, Eddie Griffin, Kris Kristofferson, Eva Mendes, Harry Dean Stanton, Owen Wilson.
Summary:
Wendell Baker is a dreamer and schemer whose latest scam lands him in jail and leaves him alienated from his longtime girlfriend, best friend and even his dog. Eternally optimistic, Wendell makes the most of his time behind bars and vows to turn his life around. Upon release, he gets a job at a retirement hotel, where he befriends some of the colorful residents. Wendell's new friends advise him on how to win back his girl, while he helps them battle the hotel's evil head nurse and his right-hand man.
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