Movie | “A Real Pain” | Indian Lake Theater | January 2-5
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“A Real Pain” at Indian Lake Theater
We are all merely tourists when it comes to someone else’s pain.
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin star in “A Real Pain.”
Indian Lake Theater presents Jesse Eisenberg’s film “A Real Pain” from January 2 to 5, 2025.
Written and directed by Eisenberg, the movie follows the story of cousins David (played by Eisenberg) and Benji (portrayed by Kieran Culkin) as they embark on a trip to Poland to visit their late grandmother's childhood home and reconnect with their heritage.
David is a reserved and pragmatic father and husband, while Benji is a free-spirited and eccentric drifter. Their contrasting personalities lead to tension, as Benji criticizes David for abandoning his passion and spontaneity. Meanwhile, David struggles to understand Benji's unfiltered outbursts and lack of direction.
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin star in “A Real Pain” at Indian Lake Theater.
The cousins are traveling as part of a Holocaust tour group. Their dynamic is tested throughout the trip, leading to multiple challenging instances, cultural confusion, and family drama.
Film critic Brian Tallerico wrote, “In just 90 minutes, we come to know David and Benji like they’re our own friends or cousins. Even if we can’t fully feel their emotions, we see elements of our own within them. It’s a powerful feeling to witness art that reminds us that all aspects of our existence are valuable, especially our pain.”
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Indian Lake Theater: a local treasure.
In addition to showing first-run movies, the Indian Lake Theater offers a gathering space for entertainment, music and performances that enrich the cultural life of the Central Adirondacks.
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Movie tickets are an incredible bargain: Adult tickets are $8 and under 18 are $5. They accept cash or credit, and you can even buy your tickets online.
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