Real pain

Cousins David and Benji, who have Jewish roots, embark on a trip to Poland to visit their late grandmother's house and reconnect with their heritage. David, a reserved and pragmatic father and husband, contrasts sharply with Benji, a freethinking and eccentric wanderer. Their personalities clash as Benji criticizes David for losing his former passion and spontaneity, while David struggles with Benji's unfiltered outbursts and lack of direction in life. The pair travel as part of a Holocaust tour group led by James, a knowledgeable but detached British guide. The cousins' dynamic is put to the test along the way, from a missed train stop to a confrontation at an old Jewish cemetery, where Benji criticizes the tour's lack of emotional authenticity and questions its focus on facts and statistics, much to David's embarrassment. Benji nevertheless connects with the group members, who are moved by his emotional honesty.

True Pain is a 2024 comedy-drama film written, directed, and produced by Jesse Eisenberg. It stars Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. It also stars Will Sharpe, Jennifer Grey, Kurt Egyiawan, Liza Sadovy, and Daniel Oreskes.

Location : Smile Cinema