James White
Seen it?2015 | 87 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (92% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 27 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
James White is a troubled twentysomething trying to stay afloat in a frenzied New York City. As he retreats further into a hedonistic lifestyle, his mother's battle with a serious illness faces a series of setbacks that force him to assume more responsibility. With the pressure on him mounting, James must find new reserves of strength or risk imploding completely.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
92% on Rotten Tomatoes, 83 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.6 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 3 Independent Spirit Awards.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$101K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 19K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Josh Mond
- Christopher AbbottJames White
- Cynthia NixonGail White
- Kid CudiNick
- Makenzie LeighJayne
- Ron LivingstonBen
- David CallElliot
- Scott CohenBarry White
- Jeanette DiloneIrene
- David HarrisJoe
- Sue Jean KimKaren