LATE NIGHT

LATE NIGHT:  Newcomer Mindy Kaling wrote and co-stars in this comedy-drama about a female talk show host (the wonderful Emma Thompson) who, because of falling ratings and the accusations that her show has no diversity in the writing ranks, decides to hire a female writer (Kaling) which leads to some witty and sometimes touching situations.   The entire cast is first rate in this fast-paced film with John Lithgow as Thompson's husband who has supported her until...……(no spoiler, here)
Thompson has never been better and it is a delight to watch this pro at work but, evenly delightful is watching Ms. Kaling "holding her own."  This really is a movie with heart that has many moments of mirth along the way.   It's well worth seeing.