Stand-up comedian Max Bernal lives with his father Stan while struggling to co-parent his autistic son Ezra with his ex-wife. When forced to confront difficult decisions about their son's future, Max and Ezra embark on a cross-country road trip that has a transcendent impact on both their lives.
A stand-up comedian, Max, navigates fatherhood with his neurodivergent son, Ezra, after his ex-wife, Ness, takes him to Kenya. Max impulsively kidnaps Ezra to prove he can be a good father, leading to a chaotic cross-country journey. Along the way, he confronts his own issues with commitment and responsibility, while Ness and her new partner, and Max's own father, are in pursuit. The film explores themes of family, understanding, and the challenges of modern parenting.
Ezra received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who largely praised the performances, particularly Bobby Cannavale's portrayal of the titular father, and the film's heartwarming intentions. However, some critics found the narrative to be predictable and underdeveloped, with a few noting that it occasionally veered into cliché territory. The film was generally seen as a charming, albeit conventional, family dramedy.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional core and the central performances, finding it to be a touching and relatable story about family dynamics. Many viewers connected with the portrayal of a father learning to understand and support his child's unique needs. Some minor critiques mentioned the story felt a bit familiar, but the overall sentiment was positive, highlighting the film's humor and warmth.
The film was inspired by director Tony Goldwyn's own experiences with his son, who has autism.
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