Plot
Davis (Jake Gyllenhaal), a successful private equity fund partner, struggles after losing his wife in a tragic car crash. Despite pressure from his father-in-law, Phil (Chris Cooper), to pull it together, Davis continues to unravel. What starts as a complaint letter to a vending machine company turns into a series of letters revealing startling personal admissions. Davis' letters catch the attention of customer service rep, Karen (Naomi Watts), and, amidst emotional and financial burdens of her own, the two form an unlikely connection. With the help of Karen and her son Chris (Judah Lewis), Davis starts to rebuild, beginning with the demolition of the life he once knew.
Written by
Bryan Sipe
Directed by
Jean-Marc Vallée
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Black Label Media, Right of Way Films, Mr. Mudd Production, Sidney Kimmel Entertainment
Languages
English
Awards
1 win & 2 nominations total