Jan. 24, 2020|United States|106 Min.|n/A
Genre: Comedy;Drama;Music
Description: “Dinner in America” is a 2020 American coming-of-age dark comedy film written and directed by Adam Rehmeier. The movie features a talented cast including Kyle Gallner, Emily Skeggs, Brittany Sheets, Pat Healy, Griffin Gluck, Lea Thompson, and Mary Lynn Rajskub. The story revolves around a punk rock singer on the run and a young woman who is a devoted fan of his band. Their lives unexpectedly intersect, leading them on a journey across America’s fading suburban landscapes. Filmed in Detroit, Michigan, the movie debuted at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.
Critics have warmly received the film, praising its performances and script. On Rotten Tomatoes, “Dinner in America” holds a “Certified Fresh” rating with a 94% approval score based on 63 reviews and an average rating of 8.1/10. The consensus highlights the film as a vibrant coming-of-age romantic comedy infused with punk rock energy. Lorry Kikta of Film Threat lauded the script as “hilarious and ingenious,” while Dennis Harvey of Variety described Kyle Gallner’s performance as “a knockout lead performance.”
The film’s unique blend of humor, heart, and rebellious spirit has made it a standout in the genre, earning it widespread acclaim following its Sundance premiere.
Cast director: Adam Rehmeier
Cast actor: Kyle Gallner, Emily Skeggs, Pat Healy, Griffin Gluck, Lea Thompson, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Ryan Malgarini, Nick Chinlund, Kristin Condon, Shelby Alayne Antel
Original name: Dinner in America