''The Big Split'' is a 1999 romantic comedy

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written, directed and produced by

Martin Hynes Martin Hynes is an American screenwriter, film director, actor, and film producer. Life and career Hynes was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, and has a bachelor's degree in history from Columbia University. Hynes wrote and directed ''The Go ...

, and starring Hynes and

Judy Greer Judith Therese Evans (born July 20, 1975), known professionally as Judy Greer, is an American actress. She is primarily known as a character actress who has appeared in Judy Greer filmography, a wide variety of films. She rose to prominence for ...

. The film won a

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in 2001 in the category "Best Trailer - No Budget". Plot of the film: "The Big Split" is a

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that follows Frank, a composer who works as a driving instructor to pay his bills, and Tracy, a New York-born documentary filmmaker learning to drive. Their unexpected connection leads to comedic and heartfelt moments as they navigate their personal and professional lives.

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* 1999 films 1999 romantic comedy films American romantic comedy films 1990s English-language films 1990s American films English-language romantic comedy films {{1990s-US-comedy-film-stub