Anywhere but Here

Anywhere but Here is a 1999 American coming-of-age comedy drama film based on the novel of the same name by Mona Simpson. It follows single mother Adele August and her daughter Ann as they move from the Midwest to Beverly Hills, with conflicting dreams and aspirations. Directed by Wayne Wang, the film stars Susan Sarandon, Natalie Portman, and Shawn Hatosy.