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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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Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com 4d
We may not all be able to see ourselves in the quirky Brian, but it’s the film’s desire to be specific instead of some idea of universal that makes it work. Go to Full Review Ryan Lattanzio IndieWire 4d
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Ropp’s darkly funny and ultimately sweet-natured comedy is a promising start for the actor-turned-director. With a little more scope, his next film will be even better. Go to Full Review Marjorie Baumgarten Austin Chronicle Mar 18
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 Ross Bonaime Collider Mar 20
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 Mar 18
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 Mar 17
Brian is an instant classic filled to the brim with comedy, heart, and love for this one life of ours. 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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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