MAYBE BABY

Cinemavixion Review

Tom Moore's 1988 television film "Maybe Baby" offers a gentle, albeit somewhat predictable, exploration of the anxieties surrounding late-in-life parenthood. Starring Jane Curtin and Dabney Coleman as the central couple, Sam and Mary, the movie navigates the unexpected shift in their comfortable marital dynamic when Mary decides it's time to start a family. Coleman, in particular, imbues Sam with a relatable mix of apprehension and eventual warmth as he grapples with the prospect of fatherhood, family pressures, and the broader transition into a new stage of adulthood. While the narrative arc might tread familiar ground, the film succeeds through its earnest portrayal of relatable fears and the enduring strength of a loving partnership. "Maybe Baby" is a charming, emotionally resonant piece that, despite its modest television origins, captures the universal themes of love, commitment, and the transformative journey of becoming a parent.