Adam Scott is unreal. His character’s (Caleb) suspicions and disdain for women is undeniably intense. When he says,
“Somebody has to be the dining bitch,” while sitting in a diner with his younger brother who is home from college for Thanksgiv... (read more) Adam Scott is unreal. His character’s (Caleb) suspicions and disdain for women is undeniably intense. When he says,
“Somebody has to be the dining bitch,” while sitting in a diner with his younger brother who is home from college for Thanksgiving I was sold. The film continues to follow Caleb’s depression from a supposed recent breakup with his girlfriend. A girlfriend we are only exposed to through beautiful quick cuts to flashbacks of moments in their relationship. These images only seem to happen when Caleb falls asleep, despite him claiming he has not slept in weeks. The score is beautiful it sounds like Red Stars Theory. Brittany Snow plays Emma Caleb’s younger brother’s girlfriend. Her jet black hair and blue eyes and punk rock aesthetic depicts a type of girl Caleb thinks he knows. A type of girl Caleb tries to warn his brother Peter (Alex Frost) about. During their Thanksgiving break Peter and Emma stay with Peter and Caleb’s father. Awkwardness ensues and familial drama makes things even more complex. There is a supermarket scene with Caleb and Emma that seems to torture the viewer. Brutal, brilliant, and bruising. Caleb begins falling for his younger brother’s girlfriend and the feeling is vaguely returned. Awkwardly long fucking scenes and darky comedic moments played brilliantly by Adam Scott. Sea Wolf and Bon Iver are just a few of the artists that appear on the soundtrack that seem to weave perfectly with the beautiful score. When the credits started to roll, I shouldn’t have been surprised that Neil LaBute was the executive producer. Its desperation, womanizing, and realistic portrayal of human relationship has Neil LaBute fingerprints all over it. After consulting IMDB.com I realized that the director actually worked for him while studying at USC.

if Adam Scott doesn't get an oscar nod, I'm goin postal. just warning you. what a crazy film. feel sorry for Emma thrown into the mix such a messed up family. not pleasant, but great story, with great acting

A solid first half and a knockout second half make for one of the best surprises and small discoveries of the year. Adam Scott will blow you away with his multi-layered performance that is sure to get him much deserved attention. It's only showing at... (read more) A solid first half and a knockout second half make for one of the best surprises and small discoveries of the year. Adam Scott will blow you away with his multi-layered performance that is sure to get him much deserved attention. It's only showing at the Sunset Laemmle and not sure for how long, but if you get a chance please check this one out.

Fairly good in general. Adam Scott just rocks!

adam scott is going to be a star some day. whether he'll be a blockbuster hero or the awards darling ... he is one to watch. and this film shows it. he's always stood out to me in everything i see him in, even in minor roles. but it's great to see hi... (read more) adam scott is going to be a star some day. whether he'll be a blockbuster hero or the awards darling ... he is one to watch. and this film shows it. he's always stood out to me in everything i see him in, even in minor roles. but it's great to see him in the spotlight in this, and he kills it. emotive, funny, and instantly captivating.

this is a story of a man unable to not only deal with the emotional baggage he carries courtesy of those closest to him, but also to hold accountability for the pain he himself is causing. but he tries. in his own weird way.

the supporting cast is just as engaging. j.k. simmons is great as the estranged father, and even brittany snow has some scenes that really impressed me.

i truly hope people seek this film out. i doubt it'll show up much in theaters, or even wide on dvd. but it's a keeper. for fans of garden state, wonder boys, the squid and the whale, and a darker dan in real life.