Lemon

A lonely and insecure acting coach named Lemon navigates the complexities of a new relationship and his own deep-seated insecurities. As his relationship with his new girlfriend blossoms, he struggles to reconcile his own self-doubt with the genuine affection he receives, leading to a series of awkward and darkly comedic situations. The film explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and the often-painful process of self-discovery.

Lemon received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its unique blend of dark humor and awkward sincerity, as well as the performances, particularly from Brett Gelman. However, some found the film's tonal shifts and deliberately uncomfortable moments to be alienating. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its unconventional approach and others finding it too strange or off-putting.

• Praised for its unique, often uncomfortable, comedic style and strong lead performance.

• Noted for its exploration of insecurity and the awkwardness of modern relationships.

• Some critics found the film's deliberate strangeness to be off-putting or difficult to connect with.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a quirky and memorable experience, appreciating its dark humor and willingness to explore uncomfortable themes. However, a notable portion of viewers found the plot progression and character motivations to be confusing or unsatisfying, leading to a somewhat polarized audience response.

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival 2017.

The script for 'Lemon' was developed through a series of improvisational exercises between director Janicza Bravo and star Brett Gelman.