Hello My Name is Doris

"Hello, My Name is Doris" stars Sally Field, Max Greenfield and Tyne Daly in a film directed by Michael Showalter and co-written by Mr. Showalter and Laura Terruso.
Although my preference is not to go into detail regarding the plot, it is impossible to discuss this film without first letting the reader know the basic elements of the story and the characters in it. Ms. Field plays an older office worker who become infatuated with a much younger co-employee and the film follows her relentless efforts to create a relationship with him that defies all odds and traditions as well. Walking a thin line between a pathetic pursuer and a mild mannered Fatal Attraction type, the movie, for me at least, was uncomfortable  to watch especially when viewing the unrewarded efforts of this spinster trying to go where few real life and especially movie heroines dare to tread.. More comedic scenes and less sad and serious ones might have made the film easier to watch and maybe even enjoy but, for me, the only saving grace in the film is the tremendous effort Ms. Field exerts in trying to make this film better than it is. Despite Ms. Field's appearances in every scene, it really doesn’t succeed. Even with acknowledging the participation of this wonderful actress, I can  only give the film 2 stars. Ms. Field and the theater audience deserved better.