A New Jersey housewife is dissatisfied with her everyday life because she is smarter than she or anyone else knows. While taking a computer class, Julie discovers her abilities and finds the courage to make dramatic life changes. This is a story of realizing one's potential and being willing to turn one's life upside down to take a chance on finding happiness. Claire, Julie's best friend, goes along with Julie's secret quest and eventually moves in with her. Both women are on a search to realize their dreams and come to terms with their love for each other.
Lili Taylor
as Julie Johnson
Courtney Love
as Claire
Noah Emmerich
as Rick Johnson
Mischa Barton
as Lisa Johnson
Gideon Jacobs
as Franky Johnson
Patrick Fitzgerald
as Mike
Spalding Gray
as Mr. Tom Miranda
Ali Marsh
as Yolanda
Welker White
as Sally
Dana Chaifetz
as Susan
Donna Hanover
as Catherine Miranda
Bill Golodner
as Harry
