The movie Where the Heart Is is a 2000 American romantic drama directed by Matt Williams. It stars Natalie Portman as Novalee Nation, a 17-year-old pregnant girl who is abandoned by her boyfriend at a Walmart in a small Oklahoma town. The story follows her life over five years as she secretly lives in the Walmart, gives birth, and builds a new life with the help of friends she makes in the town. The film also features Ashley Judd, Stockard Channing, Joan Cusack, and Sally Field in supporting roles. It is based on the 1995 novel of the same name by Billie Letts

. The movie runs for 120 minutes and was produced by Wind Dancer Films, distributed by 20th Century Fox. It had a budget of $15 million and grossed around $40 million at the box office

. The plot centers on Novalee's struggles and growth after being left alone, her relationships with people like the librarian Forney Hull, and the challenges she faces, including a tornado and personal betrayals. It is a story about resilience, friendship, and finding a place to call home

. The film is available on platforms such as Apple TV and Prime Video