“Shortcomings,” adapted from the graphic novel by Adrian Tomine.The film, which has been described as a comedic drama, will also feature Tavi Gevinson (HBO’s “Gossip Girl”), Debby Ryan (“The Resort”) and Jacob Batalon (“Spider-Man: No Way Home”).
Sonoya Mizuno (“House of the Dragon”) and Timothy Simons (“Veep”) round out the supporting cast.The film, which is currently in post-production, is described as “a hilariously irreverent examination of racial politics, sexual mores, and pop culture.” Min stars as Ben, the cynical manager of a Bay Area movie theater, while Cola plays his best friend Alice.
Together, they navigate life and its many obstacles: Ben’s failing relationship with his girlfriend Miko (Maki) and Alice’s serial dating habits chief among them.
As TheWrap previously reported, Tomine will executive produce and adapt his 2007 for his first solo screenplay. His graphic novel “Killing and Dying” was the basis for Jacques Audiard’s 2021 film “Paris, 13th District.”“It was a joy watching these incredibly talented performers bring these characters to life, flaws and all,” said Park in a press statement. “I am extremely proud to helm a movie that will finally show the world that the Asian American experience includes eating various sandwiches in diners.”Topic Studios and Tango Entertainment are heading up the production, along with Roadside Attractions, Picture Films and Imminent Collision.
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