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Many loosely connected characters cross paths in this film, based on the stories of Raymond Carver. Waitress Doreen Piggot accidentally runs into a boy with her car. Soon after walking away, the child lapses into a coma. While at the hospital, the boy's grandfather tells his son, Howard, about his past affairs. Meanwhile, a baker starts harassing the family when they fail to pick up the boy's birthday cake.
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should I get really into Raymond Carver in 2026
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Common questions
What is Short Cuts about?+
It interweaves the lives of numerous disparate characters in Los Angeles whose daily routines, conflicts, and relationships intersect in unexpected ways.
Who directed Short Cuts?+
It was directed by Robert Altman in 1993, known for his distinct naturalistic style and massive ensemble films.
Is Short Cuts based on a book?+
Yes, the film is adapted from nine short stories and a poem by writer Raymond Carver.
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