The actor-writer-director said of Culkin: ‘There's nothing better than acting alongside somebody who's alive, who's fresh as he was in it and engaged’
Jesse Eisenberg won the Best Original Screenplay BAFTA for "A Real Pain," a film about two cousins traveling to Poland to cope with their grandmother's death. He praised Kieran Culkin's unpredictable yet brilliant performance, which posed challenges but was invaluable. Eisenberg reflected on his "love-hate" relationship with critics, acknowledging their significant impact on his work, especially as a writer. He expressed gratitude for the recognition, noting his background in playwriting makes criticism particularly meaningful.
