Shortcomings
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Synopsis
A trio of young Bay Area urbanites--Ben Tanaka, Miko Hayashi, and Alice Kim--as they navigate a range of interpersonal relationships, traversing the country in search of the ideal connection.
Cast
- Justin H. Min
- Sherry Cola
- Ally Maki
- Tavi Gevinson
- Debby Ryan
- Sonoya Mizuno
- Timothy Simons
- Jacob Batalon
- Theo Iyer
- Scott Seiss
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- Jan 24, 2023
Ben would have the most insufferable Letterboxd account
Vinny SimmsAug 15, 2023didn’t realize this was going to be a biopic about my ex (a self-centered bitterly cynical cinephile who worked at a movie theater and spent most nights ignoring me to watch his criterion collection)
zoë rose bryantJan 26, 2023this man has not fully listened to a woman once in his life and he thought he was going to be the next eric rohmer, please be serious
Laura - Aug 8, 2023
the worst person in the world, except it's actually the worst person in the world
ndc32002Aug 6, 2023Bio-pic of the average filmbro
Cameron KozakJan 25, 2023wish the lesbian bestie was the main character instead
margot - Feb 3, 2024
This flew under everyone’s radar last year but it’s really sweet and funny Always need a movie where the main character is a prick every now and then Also yall check the director
FramesofnickJan 23, 2023I actually enjoyed that the lead character in Randall Park’s feature directorial debut SHORTCOMINGS is flawed & unlikable. It made for a better character study while avoiding cliches. Sherry Cola is the real standout though with brilliant comedic timing aided by a sharp…
Matt NegliaJan 30, 2023ben is the kind of guy who would mansplain each and every movie in the criterion collection to me while cosplaying as a jean luc godard character
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- nini likedShortcomings
the main character is absolutely insufferable but he gets better at the end so i understand 😭 besides that it was funny & i loved the cinematography !!
Pooja likedShortcomingsA fitting title for a movie featuring largely unlikable characters with a list of flaws so long that anyone would be driven nuts by it all. Sherry Cola is the best part of this movie along with a script that is so accurately written for characters like Ben and Miko. Solid film.
WSS lovedShortcomingsThis film is something so special and perfect. A movie that explores film, art, modeling and creativity. The main character is in a state of isolationism and is very outspoken. Something about the whole message and identity of the characters made this such an enjoyable watch.
- Jefferson Miller dislikedShortcomings
Very rarely do I turn a movie off without finishing it, but I couldn't make it to the end with this one. Great cast, but the writing was not good. Two dimensional, unlikable characters making incoherent decisions and having unrealistic, boring conversations. Not for me.
Alexa likedShortcomingsI feel like the less you’ve experienced people like these (inconsiderate, straight up weird, basically the major flaws represented here), the less you like the movie. It’s a good premise, some characters are absolutely insufferable, meaning perfectly executed.
Celt likedShortcomingsThis has a great vide, reminds me of Ghostworld, and is very much like reading a graphic novel. Mom’s Ben is so incredibly unlikeable, in the best way! I would of rated this higher, if the beginning weren’t so rushed.
- Jimmy Cricket lovedShortcomings
A funny film about one (very flawed) man’s shortcomings. For a modern movie where the modern world is a prolific aspect of the story, it doesn’t feel out of touch like so many others do.
Galaxytwig is "meh" onShortcomingsMain character was genuinely so GOD DAMN ANNOYING THE WHOLE MOVIE and I don’t think we even got to see him be a good person at all. Crazy cast tho
chloe wade is "meh" onShortcomingsi feel seen as an asian american woman. this is a niche film that explores the dating experiences asian americans have in america 🎀🧸
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Metacritic
Aug 4, 2023
With the framing of doorways and windows, walk and talks and medium shots that let the streetscapes seep in, Park’s thoughtful direction helps to evoke the panels and pacing of Tomine’s work.
Cliff Lee
The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
Aug 4, 2023
Shortcomings isn’t revolutionary, but it’s authentic, resonant, and laugh-out-loud funny.
Proma Khosla
IndieWire
Feb 1, 2023
Park’s debut comedy leans on its cast and a smart screenplay to offer up a social commentary both bitter enough to make a point and agreeable enough to make people laugh, even leave with a smile on their faces. While it’s a tricky line to balance, Park (barely) pulls it off.
Michael Frank
The Film Stage
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shortcomings (2023) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Shortcomings (2023)?
The movie is 1hr 32min long.
What's Shortcomings (2023) about?
A trio of young Bay Area urbanites--Ben Tanaka, Miko Hayashi, and Alice Kim--as they navigate a range of interpersonal relationships, traversing the country in search of the ideal connection.
Who's the cast of Shortcomings (2023)?
- Justin H. Min as Ben
- Sherry Cola as Alice
- Ally Maki as Miko
- Tavi Gevinson as Autumn
- Debby Ryan as Sasha
- Sonoya Mizuno as Meredith
- Timothy Simons as Leon
- Jacob Batalon as Gene
- Theo Iyer as Jason
- Scott Seiss as Lamont
Who's the director behind Shortcomings (2023)?
Randall Park directed Shortcomings (2023).
Who produced Shortcomings (2023)?
Jennifer Berman, Howard Cohen and Eric d'Arbeloff produced Shortcomings (2023).
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