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

Is Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ Movie Streaming on Netflix or HBO Max?
Jesse Eisenberg’s second film as a director, A Real Pain, was a modest hit when it opened in select theaters at the beginning of the month, earning over $900,000 with a limited release so far. Because of that success,
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.
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,
Dean’s A-List Interview: Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg on new movie ‘A Real Pain’
WGN Entertainment Reporter Dean Richards sits down with actors Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg on new movie, “A Real Pain.”
‘I Was Trying to Close the Loop’: Jesse Eisenberg on ‘A Real Pain’
The actor, writer and director talks about why his road-trip buddy movie is extremely personal, the genius that is Kieran Culkin, and more.
‘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
‘A Real Pain’ review: Jesse Eisenberg’s gently beautiful odd-couple comedy
"A Real Pain" takes you on a remarkable trip that examines identity in a way that's both funny and poignant, writes Moira Macdonald.
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,
REVIEW: Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ is a gentle punch to the gut
You’d expect the film to feel heavier than it does but Eisenberg’s well-calibrated script keeps “A Real Pain” from ever steering too far away from its humorous heart. The concept of humor as coping mechanism is both discussed and displayed throughout the film, as we learn how both David and Benji laugh away or ignore their own pain.
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin Make a Radiantly Generous Duo in A Real Pain
Jesse Eisenberg writes, directs, and stars, opposite Kieran Culkin in a deliberately comic film about raw suffering.
'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,
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Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin hit the road — in Poland — in bittersweet dramedy ‘A Real Pain’
David (Jesse Eisenberg) is running late. His trip to the airport has run afoul of numerous traffic-related snafus. His ...
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Jesse Eisenberg discusses new film 'A Real Pain' and its personal meaning to him
It was written, directed by, and stars Jesse Eisenberg. Eisenberg and his co-star, Kieran Culkin, play two high-contrast ...