Ayala Malls Cinemas continues to elevate the Filipino movie experience, bringing the Academy Award-nominated comedy-drama A Real Pain to local screens starting January 29. Directed and co-written by acclaimed actor Jesse Eisenberg, the film has captured hearts worldwide with its poignant mix of humor, history, and family dynamics.
Award-Winning Performances and Storytelling
Starring Jesse Eisenberg himself alongside Golden Globe winner Kieran Culkin, Jennifer Grey, and Will Sharpe, A Real Pain has garnered critical acclaim across the board. It has received nominations from prestigious award bodies, including the Academy Awards, BAFTAs, and Critics’ Choice Awards.
Kieran Culkin’s mesmerizing performance earned him a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor, and Jesse Eisenberg’s heartfelt screenplay has landed an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay. Co-produced by Emma Stone’s Fruit Tree production company, the film has joined Ayala Malls Cinemas’ impressive roster of award-season titles, including the critically acclaimed Anora.
A Personal Journey to the Past
Inspired by a life-changing trip to Poland, Eisenberg began crafting A Real Pain after visiting his aunt’s childhood home, a small village house displaced by the Holocaust. This deeply personal experience shaped the film’s heartfelt narrative about identity, family, and healing from intergenerational trauma.
In A Real Pain, David (Eisenberg) and his cousin Benji (Culkin) travel to Poland for a historical tour after their grandmother’s passing. Guided by James (Will Sharpe), the cousins reconnect while facing the weight of family tragedies and their shared heritage. With humor and heart, the film tackles profound questions about identity, history, and family bonds.
Critical Acclaim
Currently holding a 96% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been lauded for its emotional depth and comedic brilliance.
- Empire Magazine: “‘A Real Pain’ is a real treat, a tender, funny treatise on family jealousies and our relationship to the past. Simultaneously light and heavy, it soars on the stellar pairing of Eisenberg and Culkin.”
- Rolling Stone: “Eisenberg has generously gifted his costar with the sort of raging-id role that most actors could only dream of, and Culkin rewards his director/castmate with the single greatest, funniest, most cringe-comic and heartbreaking performance of his career.”
Experience the Best of Cinema at Ayala Malls
Ayala Malls Cinemas ensures audiences enjoy a premium moviegoing experience. With plush seating, cutting-edge laser projection, and Dolby Atmos sound, every screening becomes a sensory delight. Fans can also indulge in tasty snacks like flavored popcorn, burgers, and refreshing drinks from The Movie Snackbar.
Every awards season, Ayala Malls Cinemas treats film enthusiasts to exclusive screenings of critically acclaimed films like A Real Pain. This tradition cements its reputation as the top destination for meaningful and memorable cinema experiences.
Don’t Miss It!
Mark your calendars! A Real Pain opens exclusively at Ayala Malls Cinemas on January 29. Grab your tickets now at www.sureseats.com or at www.clickthecity.com.
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