Adult Beginners
Director: Ross Katz
Actors: Nick Kroll, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale
PlotJake is an entrepreneur whose life spirals downward after a failed startup launch. Facing financial ruin and personal humiliation, he retreats to his childhood home in the suburbs, seeking refuge with his pregnant sister, Justine, and her husband, Danny. Despite a rocky relationship with his family, Jake makes a deal to live with them rent-free if he helps out by looking after their three-year-old son, Teddy. As he reluctantly takes on the role of a nanny, Jake begins to confront his past failures and mend the frayed dynamics of his family life.
Amidst the chaos of adjusting to a simpler lifestyle, Jake gradually forms a bond with Teddy and starts to appreciate the small yet significant moments of everyday life. He also navigates the ups and downs of his relationship with Justine and Danny, discovering their own sets of struggles and secrets. This time away from the business world allows Jake to reflect on his priorities and make sense of what truly matters. He finds himself at a crossroads—whether to return to his previous life or continue down a new path that emphasizes family and personal growth.
Writers: Nick Kroll, Jeff Cox, Liz Flahive
Release Date: 24 Apr 2015
Runtime: 92 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Adult Beginners offers a charming, familiar dramedy with solid performances and stable Blu Ray technical specs; a decent rental despite predictability.
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