Thursday, August 03, 2023
Shortcomings
This film is a quirky comedy/drama about flawed, complex people trying to make their way through life & stumbling along the way. The focus is on two Asian characters, Ben & Alice. He is a struggling filmmaker/art house theater manager living with his girlfriend, Miko. Alice is his lesbian best friend/confidant. When Miko decides to take an internship in NYC, Ben struggles with his feelings & tries to move forward in his life with new relationships. Ben always seems to put his foot in his mouth. Alice, too, has difficulties as she serial dates. Finally, Ben must reconnect or face closure with Miko. This Randall Park’s directorial debut as his explores Asians, biases, interracial relationships, dating, & personal relationships. This one is about figuring out what you want, realizing your mistakes, & moving on.
Alien gives it 3 “blonde blue eyed obsession” stars out of 4.
