My Girl

Set in the early 1970s, this coming-of-age film follows the life of an 11-year-old girl named Vada Sultenfuss, played by Anna Chlumsky, as she navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and family. Living with her widowed father, portrayed by Dan Aykroyd, who runs a funeral parlor, Vada forms a close bond with her best friend, Thomas J., played by Macaulay Culkin. The film explores themes of loss, love, and self-discovery, with Jamie Lee Curtis also starring as Vada’s father’s new girlfriend. Directed by Howard Zieff, the movie is noted for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.