Although I liked the movie, I didn't feel much empathy for Halley, nor Moonee.
Was I supposed to?
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I stayed in some motels similar to that, during my early travel years at work.
One place, down in South Texas, one of the Office Ladies took a few days off to be on the Jerry Springer Show.
Too bad I don't remember the episode or topic, seems like it was something to do with her daughter.
Here it is! Still there...