Jesse Eisenberg's film is an effortlessly witty, fluent, and astringent comedy that explores Holocaust memories, family dynamics, and the complexities of friendship in America.
Eisenberg allows Kieran Culkin's captivating performance to dominate the film, reflecting a range of emotions from humor to heartbreaking intensity, evoking his complex character.
The film shifts between the trivial and significant, exploring how younger generations confront historical traumas, while also delving into personal identity and family legacies.
As Benji and David navigate their journey in Poland, the film interrogates how memories of ancestral suffering intertwine with personal anxieties, creating a deep exploration of remembrance.
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