Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ is anything but

Eisenberg and Culkin perfect the comedy of discomfort in ‘A Real Pain’
A Holocaust tour of Poland forms the backdrop for a wise tale of mismatched cousins.
'A Real Pain' review: Jesse Eisenberg-Kieran Culkin movie is small-scale charmer
Yes, the usual clash of personalities follows, but “A Real Pain” is anything but farcical or formulaic. Written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg – and inspired by his own family history – it’s a small-scale charmer that nicely blends prickly humor ...
Jesse Eisenberg's 'A Real Pain' with Kieran Culkan one of the year's best films
The road-trip dramedy about two cousins finding their Jewish roots in Poland seamlessly moves from mirth to melancholy and back again.
‘A Real Pain’ review: Eisenberg delivers thoughtful study of two hurting men
Hearing the title “A Real Pain,” you can’t help but imagine a multi-camera sitcom or, perhaps, a disposable laugher starring Adam Sandler. In reality, this second directorial feature from Jesse
What to watch: Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ is anything but
In theaters, “A Real Pain” is a road-trip gem. But we were far less impressed, sadly, with Netflix’s “Emilia Pérez.” Meanwhile, two new streaming series take their inspiration from the works of three thrilling authors. We also take a look at a ...
Jesse Eisenberg's 'A Real Pain' with Kieran Culkin one of the year's best films
Jesse Eisenberg's amiable skittishness has become his calling card. He's the nervous, jittery, quick-talking Everyman reluctantly drafted into the war on the undead in "Zombieland" who could also channel his dorky appeal to portray Mark Zuckerberg in "The Social Network,
Review: A mercurial Kieran Culkin shines in Jesse Eisenberg’s deft, accomplished ‘A Real Pain’
Writer-director Jesse Eisenberg's “A Real Pain” strikes an almost impossible balance. It’s part comedy, part tragedy. It’s part road-trip saga, part odd couple-buddy flick, and part Holocaust film. Somehow,
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'A Real Pain' review: Kieran Culkin is gripping in bracing comic drama
Two cousins go on a journey to Poland together to honor their late grandmother in "A Real Pain," a sharp, smart and ...
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‘A Real Pain’ at IFF Boston: A Fertile Concept Fails to Come to Life
While "A Real Pain" has a strong concept and delivers some moving and funny moments, it is weighed down by the off-putting ...
Heartbreaking and funny, 'A Real Pain' is one of the best movies of the year
Kieran Culkin is great in "A Real Pain," written and directed by co-star Jesse Eisenberg. The film, about two cousins in ...
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In 'A Real Pain,' disparate relatives bring their resentments and their humor as they tour Poland
He’s smack dab in the middle of that comfort zone in “A Real Pain” as one David Kaplan, and no this is not the biopic of the popular Chicago sports media personality of the same name. In addition ...
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'A Real Pain' will leave you feeling sad — and bored
The film also features Kieran Culkin, Banner Eisenberg, Daniel Oreskes, Jennifer Grey, Liza Sadovy, Kurt Egyjawan and is ...
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Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin hit the road — in Poland — in bittersweet dramedy ‘A Real Pain’
So begins “A Real Pain,” the funny, bittersweet road trip dramedy written and directed by Eisenberg and based on his own ...
'A Real Pain,' 'Red One' and other new movies in Milwaukee theaters this week
Also new in theaters this week: "Albany Road," "Ghost Cat Anzu," "Johnny Mnemonic" with artist Robert Longo, "Midnight Cowboy ...