A Real Pain
Release date: November 1, 2024 (USA)
Director: Jesse Eisenberg
Distributed by: Searchlight Pictures
Produced by: Ewa Puszczyńska; Jennifer Semler; Jesse Eisenberg; Emma Stone; Ali Herting; Dave McCary
Production companies: Topic Studios; Fruit Tree; Rego Park; Extreme Emotions;
Plot Summary
A Real Pain follows the journey of mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) who reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. As they traverse their family’s history, old tensions resurface, revealing deeper dynamics and emotional complexities within their relationship.
Full Cast
- Jesse Eisenberg as David Kaplan
- Kieran Culkin as Benji Kaplan
- Will Sharpe as James
- Jennifer Grey as Marcia
- Kurt Egyiawan as Eloge
- Liza Sadovy as Diane
- Daniel Oreskes as Mark
- Ellora Torchia as Priya
- Olha Bosova as Flight Attendant
- Banner Eisenberg as Abe
- Jakub Gasowski as Receptionist
- Piotr Czarniecki as Conductor
- Krzysztof Jaszczak as Pianist
- Marek Kasprzyk as Older Man
- Jakub Pruski as Son
Production Details
Jesse Eisenberg directs, writes, and produces the film. It is his second feature film, following When You Finish Saving the World. Principal photography began in May 2023, and the film was produced in collaboration with Emma Stone’s production company, Fruit Tree.
Release Information
The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2024, and later at the New York Film Festival on October 6, 2024. Originally scheduled for release on October 18, 2024, it was pushed to November 1, 2024. The film has already garnered positive reviews, with a high rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Reception
Critics have praised A Real Pain for its humour and emotional depth. Kieran Culkin’s performance has been highlighted as a standout, contributing to the film’s overall acclaim. Based on numerous critic reviews, it currently holds an average rating of 8/10 on Rotten Tomatoes.
A Real Pain promises to be a compelling exploration of family dynamics wrapped in humor and drama. With a talented cast led by Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin, it is set to resonate with audiences when it hits theatres this November,
