Acclaimed actor Jesse Eisenberg takes on the role of actor, producer, and director in the highly anticipated comedy-drama, A Real Pain. Marking his second venture into directing, following his impressive debut with 2022’s When You Finish Saving the World, Eisenberg continues to showcase his multifaceted talent.
With a proven track record of captivating audiences in films like The Social Network and Zombieland, Eisenberg brings his unique blend of wit, charm, and depth to this latest project, along with the one and only Kieran Culkin.
What is the Plot of A Real Pain?
A Real Pain follows the story of two cousins, David and Benji Kaplan who reunite for a trip to Poland following the death of their grandmother, whom they had a close relationship with.
As they honor their grandmother on this trip, and bond with one another, old tensions rise as drama ensues between the cousins. You can catch a glimpse of David and Benji’s eccentric relationship and journey in the official trailer of A Real Pain!
The Cast of A Real Pain
Jesse Eisenberg (Now You See Me, The Social Network) and Kieran Culkin (Succession, Home Alone) lead the cast of A Real Pain with their unique characters David Kaplan and Benji Kaplan, two cousins who are poles apart, yet incredibly close to one another emotionally.
Joining Eisenberg and Culkin in the cast of A Real Pain are Will Sharpe (The Electrical Life of Louis Wain, The White Lotus), Jennifer Grey (Dirty Dancing, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off), Kurt Egyiawan (I Used to Be Famous, House of the Dragon), Liza Sadovy (Mother Teresa & Me, Disobedience), Daniel Oreskes (Day Zero, The Thomas Crown Affair), and Ellora Torchia (In the Earth, Les Cowboys).
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When and Where Can You Watch A Real Pain?
A Real Pain premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year on January 20, 2024, following plenty of praise from critics at the festival.
After the premiere, the distribution rights of the movie were acquired by Searchlight Pictures, and they’re all set to release the comedy-drama on November 1, 2024, after the original release, which was originally scheduled for October 18, 2024.
Conclusion
As Eisenberg steps behind the camera, A Real Pain promises to deliver a thought-provoking and hilarious cinematic experience for all, with some brilliant performances from the cast. Make sure you don’t miss out on this movie!