Virtual discussion of Jesse Eisenberg’s A Real Pain is a poignant and darkly comedic exploration of family, grief, and identity. The film follows two mismatched cousins, played by Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin, as they embark on a heritage tour through Poland in honor of their late grandmother. Their journey is both deeply personal and historically resonant, weaving humor with emotional depth. A Real Pain premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award, and later received critical acclaim, earning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (Kieran Culkin) and a BAFTA for Best Original Screenplay (Jesse Eisenberg). Watch with Hulu, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV. No charge event.