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It sucks to be Brian. He's smart, funny, and capable, but his mental health issues make it hard for anyone to see it -- especially when compared to his effortlessly cool older brother. At school, Brian harbors an unrequited crush on Brooke: she's smart, kind, pretty... and very much his teacher. A disastrous drama club audition leads to yet another one of Brian's trademark public meltdowns. Thus begins Brian's search for his new "thing". On paper he's chosen the worst possible fit: running for class president. With help from his therapist and the new kid, Justin, Brian launches his high-stakes campaign and sparks a messy, exquisitely awkward journey toward self-acceptance.

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Marjorie Baumgarten Austin Chronicle 4d
Brian is unexpectedly heartfelt for a writer known for his stinging satire. Actor turned first-time director Will Ropp delivers the goods. Go to Full Review Matt Donato TheWrap Mar 15
8/10
"Brian" is as laugh-out-loud as it is sentimentally fulfilling ... an unstoppably sweet testament to finding peace in individuality when existence seems to betray us by the hour. Go to Full Review Ross Bonaime Collider 2d
8/10
Brian isn’t just the best film out of this year’s SXSW — it’s one of the funniest films to come out this year so far. Go to Full Review Rachel Tolleson The Mary Sue 4d
4/5
[Ben] Wang is the heart of this film, but the rest of the cast is its blood vessels. They work together as a whole to deliver a heartwarming story of adolescence, self-discovery, and family. Go to Full Review Tina Kakadelis Film Obsessive 5d
Brian is an instant classic filled to the brim with comedy, heart, and love for this one life of ours. Go to Full Review Abe Friedtanzer Awards Buzz 6d
8/10
Brian is a feel-good film about a character who so often feels bad, finding humor and hope for someone who feels ready to give up on even trying. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Will Ropp

Director

Ben Wang

Actor

William H. Macy

Actor

Edi Patterson

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Randall Park

Actor

Natalie Morales

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Movie Info

Synopsis It sucks to be Brian. He's smart, funny, and capable, but his mental health issues make it hard for anyone to see it -- especially when compared to his effortlessly cool older brother. At school, Brian harbors an unrequited crush on Brooke: she's smart, kind, pretty... and very much his teacher. A disastrous drama club audition leads to yet another one of Brian's trademark public meltdowns. Thus begins Brian's search for his new "thing". On paper he's chosen the worst possible fit: running for class president. With help from his therapist and the new kid, Justin, Brian launches his high-stakes campaign and sparks a messy, exquisitely awkward journey toward self-acceptance.
Director
Will Ropp
Producer
Thomas Mahoney, Casey Hanley, Will Ropp
Screenwriter
Mike Scollins
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 34m