The Fabulous Baker Boys
US (1989): Drama/Romance
Frank (Beau Bridges) and Jack (Jeff Bridges) Baker are professional musicians who play small clubs. They play smaltzy music and have never needed a day job. Times are changing and dates are becoming more difficult to get so they interview female singers. They finally decide on Susie Diamond, a former 'escort' who needs some refinement (Michelle Pfeiffer), but the act begins to take off again. While the act is now successful, both Frank and Jack have problems with their life on the road. Susie becomes the agent that makes them re-evaluate where they are going, and how honest they have been with each other. Written and directed by Steven Kloves. (John Vogel, IMDb)
4 nominations
· Best Actress 1989: Michelle Pfeiffer
· Cinematography 1989: Michael Ballhaus
· Film Editing 1989: William Steinkamp
· Music (Original Score) 1989: Dave Grusin