The Numbers Game

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Eileen Jackson happily set aside her dreams to raise a family with her husband, Paul, in a Connecticut town. However, when she uncovers Paul's affair with a younger woman, she begins to question her sacrifices and what lies ahead as she nears forty. Meanwhile, Paul returns to suburban fatherhood while his girlfriend, Olivia, struggles in Manhattan under the weight of her mother’s fame and her grandmother’s independence. Inspired by their journeys, Olivia expands her art gallery business internationally, realizing she must understand herself before committing to a relationship. Eileen, too, decides to pursue her own dreams, enrolling in Le Cordon Bleu cooking school in Paris. This decision leads her on an adventure that transforms her life. The narrative explores the challenges and discoveries at every age, offering a warm portrait of individuals driven by their emotions and experiences. Ultimately, it conveys the message that it’s never too late to turn a new page and start anew.