Sorry Kieran, Jesse Eisenberg is the Best Part of 'A Real Pain'

Marketing for the new comedy-drama film A Real Pain has focused heavily on Kieran Culkin’s performance, which is understandable, as said performance is earning the actor a considerable amount of Oscar buzz, just months after he won an Emmy for his work in Succession. That being said, Culkin’s co-star, Jesse Eisenberg, who also wrote, produced, and directed the film, is equally deserving of praise for his acting. Eisenberg’s David is a quieter, more subtle character than Culkin’s unique Benji, but the former’s story arc is just as well-developed, if not more so, than his onscreen cousin’s, and it allows Eisenberg to deliver a powerful performance that serves as a wonderful continuation and encapsulation of the characters he’s played throughout his career.

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By: Gregory Mysogland
Title: Sorry Kieran, Jesse Eisenberg is the Best Part of 'A Real Pain'
Sourced From: collider.com/kieran-culkin-a-real-pain-jesse-eisenberg/
Published Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2025 03:00:23 GMT