Sliced Bread

A young, aspiring podcaster from New York travels to Texas to interview a charismatic young man who's become a folk hero in his small town after a viral confession. As the podcaster delves deeper into the story, they uncover surprising truths and complexities about the man, his town, and themselves, blurring the lines between journalism, friendship, and morality.

Sliced Bread received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its sharp writing, Novak's direction, and the compelling performances, particularly from the lead actors. The film was noted for its thought-provoking exploration of modern storytelling, social media influence, and the subjective nature of truth.

• Praised for its intelligent script and timely themes.

• Lauded for strong performances and nuanced character development.

• Appreciated for its exploration of podcasting culture and the pursuit of 'truth'.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's witty dialogue and the interesting premise, finding it to be a refreshing and intelligent take on modern communication and storytelling. Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow in parts, but generally viewed it as a compelling and well-acted film.

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

B.J. Novak wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the film, taking on multiple roles to realize his vision.