The read
A Balasaur Score of 77 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 7.1/10, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, Metacritic 83/100. Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 27m. Streaming on Tubi.
Synopsis
James White is a troubled twentysomething trying to stay afloat in a frenzied New York City. As he retreats further into a hedonistic lifestyle, his mother's battle with a serious illness faces a series of setbacks that force him to assume more responsibility. With the pressure on him mounting, James must find new reserves of strength or risk imploding completely.
Ratings
IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic83/100
Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do.
131 audience votes
Key crew
Cast
- Christopher AbbottJames White
- Cynthia NixonGail White
- Kid CudiNick
- Makenzie LeighJayne
- Ron LivingstonBen
- David CallElliot
- Scott CohenBarry White
- Jeanette DiloneIrene
- David HarrisJoe
- Sue Jean KimKaren
- Rachel BrosnahanEllen
- Bhavesh PatelDr. Lobo
Stills
Themes
new york citycancermother son relationshipself destructiveness