A comedy about loss, grief, and the redemptive power of love. Dean is a NY illustrator who falls hard for an LA woman while trying to prevent his father from selling the family home in the wake of his mother's death.
A neurotic New York illustrator and his recently deceased father's estate agent navigate their respective mid-life crises and a potential new romance. Dean grapples with the pressure of his upcoming art show and the end of his long-term relationship, while his father's agent tries to sell their family home. Amidst personal turmoil and familial obligations, Dean finds himself drawn to a woman he meets in an unexpected place, forcing him to confront his own anxieties and redefine his future.
Dean received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising Demetri Martin's heartfelt and relatable portrayal of a man struggling with grief and creative block. However, some found the film's pacing uneven and its narrative occasionally meandering, failing to fully capitalize on its promising premise.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film's emotional honesty and Demetri Martin's comedic and dramatic range. Many found it to be a thoughtful and relatable exploration of loss and self-discovery, although some wished for a more tightly constructed plot.
Won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Demetri Martin not only wrote, directed, and starred in Dean, but he also created all of the original artwork featured in the film.
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