Jesse Eisenberg's directorial debut, "A Real Pain," has been making waves on the awards circuit. This bromance dramedy is now set to make its digital debut on December 31st across platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Additionally, it will be released on Blu-Ray on February 4th. The movie, in which Eisenberg starred opposite Kieran Culkin, has had a remarkable journey.

Golden Globe Wins and Awards Accolades

"A Real Pain" has achieved significant success, scoring four Golden Globe Awards. These include Best Picture, Best Actor for Jesse Eisenberg, Best Supporting Actor for Kieran Culkin, and Best Screenplay. The film also won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. This morning, it won Best Comedy at the Critics Choice Awards. Eisenberg is nominated for Best Screenplay at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, while Culkin is up for Best Supporting Performance. Culkin has won Best Supporting Actor from the National Board of Review, and the film is one of the organization's top ten films. He also won the same trophy with the New York Film Critics Circle.

The Story and Characters

The movie follows the story of mismatched cousins, David and Benji (played by Eisenberg and Culkin respectively). They reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. However, their old tensions resurface during this adventure, adding an extra layer of complexity to their journey. As they navigate through Poland, they encounter various situations that test their relationship and bring to light their family history. This aspect of the film makes it a truly engaging and emotional story.

Behind the Scenes of the Production

On the Blu-Ray, there is a bonus feature titled "Beautiful Fate: Making A Real Pain." This behind-the-scenes tour takes viewers into the production in Poland with Eisenberg and Culkin. It gives a glimpse into the hard work and creativity that went into making the movie. From the set design to the filming locations, viewers get to see the details that made "A Real Pain" a success. It adds another dimension to the film and allows fans to connect with the actors on a deeper level.

Box Office Performance

Searchlight bought the movie out of Sundance earlier this year for $10M. Despite the relatively short theatrical release of 61 days, the movie has grossed close to $8M at the global box office. This shows the potential and popularity of the film among audiences. It also highlights the importance of independent films and their ability to make an impact in the entertainment industry.