I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987) (1987)

Socially and physically awkward secretarial temp/wannabe photographer Polly Vandersma (Sheila McCarthy) was thrilled to have been placed with a ritzy Toronto art gallery. As she tries to emulate and be noticed by her sophisticated new employer (Paule Baillargeon), however, she'll find her fantasy expectations and the real world on a collision course. Patricia Rozema's winning indie comedy also stars Ann-Marie MacDonald, Richard Monette. 83 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.