SUN 9 FEB
Coming Soon to
Flix in the Wet
90 mins |
Rated
MA15+ (Strong coarse language)
Directed by Jesse Eisenberg
Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kurt Egyiawan, Kurt Egyiawan, Jennifer Grey, Liza Sadovy, Will Sharpe, Daniel Oreskes, Kieran Culkin
A Real Pain is a powerful, darkly funny dramedy that explores family, grief, and identity with wit and emotional depth. Directed by and starring Jesse Eisenberg, alongside a scene-stealing Kieran Culkin, the film follows estranged cousins David and Benji as they reunite for a tour of Poland to honor their late grandmother.
Against the poignant backdrop of Holocaust history and family legacy, the odd-couple duo rekindles their connection through hilarious clashes and heartfelt revelations. Eisenberg’s meticulous, muted performance contrasts brilliantly with Culkin’s vibrant, chaotic energy, creating a dynamic that’s both cringe-worthy and deeply moving.
Featuring a stellar supporting cast, including Jennifer Grey and Kurt Egyiawan, A Real Pain is filled with sharp dialogue, moments of melancholy, and raw humanity. It’s a beautifully acted, fast-paced exploration of privilege, memory, and the bonds that hold us together. Culkin’s magnetic performance and Eisenberg’s thoughtful direction make this road-trip comedy an unmissable cinematic experience.
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A Real Pain is a powerful, darkly funny dramedy that explores family, grief, and identity with wit and emotional depth. Directed by and starring Jesse Eisenberg, alongside a scene-stealing Kieran Culkin, the film follows estranged cousins David and Benji as they reunite for a tour of Poland to honor their late grandmother.
Against the poignant backdrop of Holocaust history and family legacy, the odd-couple duo rekindles their connection through hilarious clashes and heartfelt revelations. Eisenberg’s meticulous, muted performance contrasts brilliantly with Culkin’s vibrant, chaotic energy, creating a dynamic that’s both cringe-worthy and deeply moving.
Featuring a stellar supporting cast, including Jennifer Grey and Kurt Egyiawan, A Real Pain is filled with sharp dialogue, moments of melancholy, and raw humanity. It’s a beautifully acted, fast-paced exploration of privilege, memory, and the bonds that hold us together. Culkin’s magnetic performance and Eisenberg’s thoughtful direction make this road-trip comedy an unmissable cinematic experience.