The Unsettling Charm of 'Friendship': Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd Redefine the Buddy Film

Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd prove to be a surprisingly compelling on-screen duo in their A24 feature Friendship.Andrew DeYoung's feature debut is a masterclass in cringeworthy, character-driven comedy, serving as a dark mirror to the anxieties of modern male companionship. The film is built on the fascinating, and often horrifying, dynamic between its leads, with Tim Robinson playing Craig, a suburban dad desperate for a friend, and Paul Rudd as Austin, his effortlessly cool new neighbor. The...