A maddeningly oblivious, tyrannical and emotionally stunted young woman tries her best to negotiate two toxic friendships.
Acting
Bronstein's fearless self-sabotage and Gerwig's magnetic patience.
Writing
Dialogue that feels improvised because it hurts so specifically.
Director
Mary Bronstein
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Greta Gerwig's second feature and cemented her partnership with the Safdie brothers, who would later produce her early directorial work.
Shot in 2007, this is peak 'mumblecore'—the DIY movement where 'unlikable' women finally got screen time without redemption arcs. Mary Bronstein never directed again.
US
