A Real Pain is a 2024 comedy-drama directed by Jesse Eisenberg, who also stars alongside Kieran Culkin. The film follows cousins David and Benji Kaplan on a Jewish heritage tour through Poland to honour their late grandmother. Their contrasting personalities - David's neuroticism and Benji's extroversion - lead to comedic and poignant moments as they confront personal and ancestral pain. The film explores themes of grief, identity, and family, blending humour with emotional depth. Culkin's performance has been widely acclaimed, earning him multiple awards.