"Both in life and in the movies, things are not always what they seem. The award-winning career woman may look successful, but after the celebratory crowd goes home, she's left alone with dark thoughts and anxiety. The set of a prestigious film may sound like an exciting prospect, but behind the scenes, chaos and hurt feelings threaten to take over the spotlight."
"Bradley Cooper's straightforward NYFF closer "Is This Thing On?" opens with Alex ( Will Arnett) and Tess Novak ( Laura Dern) finally agreeing to end their marriage. As they start to uncouple their lives, Alex finds comfort in New York City's stand-up comedy scene, while Tess returns to her love of volleyball as a coach. Although their lives seem to be moving in different directions, there's still the lingering chance of "what if?" and a second shot at finding happiness together."
Alex and Tess agree to end their marriage and begin separating their lives. Alex finds solace in New York City's stand-up comedy scene while Tess returns to coaching volleyball. Both characters display complicated and conflicted feelings that surface during arguments and moments of vulnerability. Performances by Will Arnett and Laura Dern convey believable emotional depth, combining natural humor with serious vulnerability. The film balances moments of levity with a somber tone, supported by a diverse cast that provides comedic foil and emotional context. The overall direction leans toward a raw, less polished comedy of remarriage.
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