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Debut Films Explore Outsider Struggles and Business Downfalls

4/21/2026

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Owen Kline's debut feature, produced by the Safdie brothers and Ronald Bronstein, presents a darkly comedic coming-of-age story about Robert, a high school senior who aims to become an underground comic book artist.
The film introduces Wallace, whose presence offers crucial lessons about being an outsider.
Matt Johnson's BlackBerry follows Doug, Mike, and their ruthless partner Jim as their differing approaches contribute to the company's decline.

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Story summary

Owen Kline's debut feature, produced by the Safdie brothers and Ronald Bronstein, presents a darkly comedic coming-of-age story about Robert, a high school senior who aims to become an underground comic book artist.
The film introduces Wallace, whose presence offers crucial lessons about being an outsider.
Matt Johnson's BlackBerry follows Doug, Mike, and their ruthless partner Jim as their differing approaches contribute to the company's decline.