I've Heard The Mermaids Singing

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Patricia Rozema’s 1987 directorial debut, I’ve Heard the Mermaids Singing, is a Canadian comedy-drama that premiered at the Director’s Fortnight at Cannes. The film follows Polly Vandersma, an awkward and disorganized woman who lands her first permanent job at age 31 as an assistant at an art gallery. Working under the curator Gabrielle, Polly becomes increasingly enamored with her boss while navigating the pretentious world of contemporary art. As she narrates her own story, the film gently subverts notions of authority and reveals the enchanted dimensions of her inner life, blending humor with bittersweet observations about ambition and belonging.

This single-disc DVD release from Miramax presents the film in its original 81-minute runtime with an R rating. Starring Sheila McCarthy, Ann-Marie MacDonald, and Paule Baillargeon, the film captures both the comedic and tender moments of Polly’s journey. A used copy lets you own this acclaimed Canadian gem without the new release price.