Overview

• Andrew DeYoung’s directorial debut, 'Friendship,' explores male loneliness and modern masculinity through biting satire and surreal detours.
• The film stars Tim Robinson as a socially awkward suburban dad and Paul Rudd as his charismatic neighbor, whose friendship takes unexpected turns.
• Critics have praised the film’s cohesive narrative structure, which avoids disjointed skits and builds its humor and themes organically.
• While the film has been lauded for its humor and originality, some reviews note uncertainty in its final act’s direction.
• Distributed by A24, 'Friendship' begins its theatrical rollout on May 9, with a wider release planned for May 23.