Starting Over (film)
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Starting Over is a 1979 film which tells the story of a recently divorced man (Burt Reynolds) who is torn between his new girlfriend (Jill Clayburgh) and his ex-wife (Candice Bergen). It costars Charles Durning, Frances Sternhagen, Austin Pendleton and Mary Kay Place.
The movie was adapted by James L. Brooks from the novel by Dan Wakefield. It was directed by Alan J. Pakula.
It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Jill Clayburgh) and Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Candice Bergen). Marvin Hamlisch and Carole Bayer Sager wrote three original songs for the film ("Easy For You," "Better Than Ever," and "Starting Over"), all of which were sung onscreen by Bergen.