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The Overnight
2015 79 min United States of America R 18+
★6.5
Mystery, Comedy
Director: Patrick Brice
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Description
Alex, Emily, and their son, RJ, are new to Los Angeles. A chance meeting at the park introduces them to the mysterious Kurt, Charlotte, and Max. A family “playdate” becomes increasingly interesting as the night goes on.
US Gross:
$1.11M
Worldwide:
$1.1M
Starring
Adam Scott
Actor
Taylor Schilling
Actor
Jason Schwartzman
Actor
Awards
Sundance Film Festival 2015
— Grand Jury Prize (Drama)
Key opinion
The Overnight is a daring, character-driven dramedy that uses sexual themes and eccentricity to explore the vulnerabilities of adult relationships. While some viewers may be put off by its provocative nature, the majority appreciate its tight, tension-filled narrative and strong ensemble performances.
| Acting | The four-person ensemble cast delivers credible and empathetic performances that successfully anchor the film's shift between comedy and drama. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay effectively utilizes taboo-breaking and sexual absurdity as a narrative device to reveal character secrets rather than for mere shock value. | |
| Direction | Patrick Brice’s direction keeps a tight, engaging hold on the confined setting, sustaining tension throughout the entire runtime without lulls. | |
| Theme | The film strikes an unconventional balance between comedic satire and dramatic vulnerability, making it a polarizing watch for those expecting a pure genre film. |