The Invite

“The Invite” is an earnest comedy-drama that playfully yet meaningfully explores where the line between the genres sits, utilizing the best aspects of each in the process to create a very entertaining reflection on the topics of sex, relationships, acceptance and closure. The set design, the direction and the writing with the comedic timing all work together really nicely to bring this story to life. And I must say this movie genuinely made me laugh in a way I’m only able to do very rarely, so I must give a special props to Seth Rogan for his incredible ad-libs. Each actor played to their strengths and knew exactly what their job was in the movie, which created solid characters that brought forth a great dynamic and sense of chemistry between the two couples both separately and together, as well as each character’s relationship with one another individually. I wasn’t sure what to expect from this movie, but I left the theatre feeling very fulfilled.