Based on the number of times she watched it, I’d say Kay’s favorite movie was Broadcast News, from the late 80s. Kay completely identified with Holly Hunter, who plays a network TV news manager, constantly juggling the insane demands of her job, both capably, ethically, and with humor. I note two things:
After navigating a harrowing encounter, Holly stole away for a moment, closed the door to her office, sat down, and cried. Just for a moment. Then dried her eyes, opened the door, and got back in the driver’s seat. The task of fulfilling everyone’s needs, while keeping the bus moving forward, was taxing. But an emotional display would distract people, so she kept the price she paid private. Even from me, usually.
Second: there’s an exchange in which William Hurt says “It must be nice to always think you’re the smartest person in the room.” To which Holly Hunter replies “No. It’s awful.” Kay always nodded at that line.