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‘IS THIS THING ON?’ Mic Checks a Middle-Aged Marriage

Alex Novak is checked out. From his marriage. From himself. From whatever once brought him joy. The first moment we meet Alex, played with hangdog affability by Will Arnett, he amicably agrees to a separation with his wife Tess (Laura Dern, wonderful here) while they brush their teeth together. Their pending separation is met with all the nonchalance of agreeing on where to get Sunday night takeout. Because Alex Novak is checked out. Read More

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Take a Delightful Sojourn Into Thespian Hilarity at ‘THEATER CAMP’ 

In the vein of the best Christopher Guest mockumentaries, Theater Camp delivers a laugh-a-minute exploration of the inner workings of a fictitious child actor’s summer getaway, firmly rooted in reality. Destined to become a cult comedy classic, especially amongst the performance-inclined, this feature-length adaptation of the short film of the same name is crafted with a deep understanding of the theatrical world. Co-directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman, both with theatrical backgrounds, the film expertly celebrates and satirizes the peculiarities of the theater world, infusing the humor with a delightful mix of specificity and personal touches. Read More