A Real Pain
Seen it?2024 | 90 min | Comedy, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (96% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, harrowing.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Mismatched cousins David and Benji reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the pair's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
96% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.8 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$25 million worldwide on a $3 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 459K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jesse Eisenberg
- Jesse EisenbergDavid Kaplan
- Kieran CulkinBenji Kaplan
- Will SharpeJames
- Jennifer GreyMarcia
- Kurt EgyiawanEloge
- Liza SadovyDiane
- Daniel OreskesMark
- Ellora TorchiaPriya
- Banner EisenbergAbe
- Olha BosovaFlight Attendant