GENRE: Heartfelt Romantic-Comedy

LOGLINE: A retired literature professor trying to write his great American novel suffers crippling writer’s block and takes a job at a rough-around-the-edges auto auction, where a rowdy crew — and a sharp-witted ex-nurse — inspire and challenge him to rewrite his life’s next chapter.

PITCH: What happens when a retired professor swaps the ivory tower for a steering wheel at a rural auto auction? Life, it turns out, is full of unexpected detours, unforgettable characters, and the chance to rediscover purpose at the most surprising crossroads.

The Crossroads of Love is a heartfelt romantic comedy about Dr. Charles “Charlie” Nguyen, a recently retired American and English literature professor who worked his entire life in the ivy-covered towers of academia. Trying to write his version of The Great American Novel, Charlie feels uninspired, suffering with a huge case of writer’s block. To get out of the house, he takes a part-time job driving cars for Crossroads Auto Auction, a small operation in Altoona, Pennsylvania, teetering on the brink of bankruptcy. At Crossroads Auto Auction, it’s not just cars on the block—it’s lives, relationships, and dreams, all vying for a chance to move forward. 

What starts as a simple gig turns into an eye-opening journey as Charlie becomes immersed in the lives of his eccentric co-workers: a no-nonsense dispatcher, a grumpy ex-trucker haunted by his past, and a tech-savvy teenager with untapped potential, and Erin (ER) Riley, a retired emergency room nurse, stung by her divorce and put off by Charlie, thinking he was married as he continued to wear his wedding ring, long after his loving wife passed. It's Erin who finally helps Charlie let go the weight of the past and turn the page into a new chapter of his life.

Together, they navigate the challenges of work, friendship, and life’s second chances. Amid the chaos of clunkers, car auctions, and quirky auto dealers, Charlie discovers material for his long-dormant novel and a renewed sense of purpose and belonging.

The Crossroads of Love reminds us that every person has a story worth telling, and sometimes, the most profound inspiration comes from the least expected places. With humor, heart, and a dash of chaos, this film celebrates resilience, connection, and finding beauty in life’s imperfections.