Lousy Carter

"Lousy Carter" is a quirky and poignant film that follows the journey of the titular character, David Krumholtz's Lousy Carter, as he comes to terms with a devastating medical diagnosis. The film is a dark comedy that explores the human condition, the choices we make, and the consequences that follow.

Lousy Carter is a man-child, a talented animator who has yet to grow up and take responsibility for his life. When he is told that he has only six months to live, he is forced to confront his own mortality and the choices he has made. He becomes determined to finish his long-delayed animated adaptation of a Nabokov novel, a project that has consumed him for years. At the same time, he takes on a graduate seminar on "The Great Gatsby," a book that he has always loved and that seems to take on new meaning in the face of his own impending death.

The film's supporting cast is equally compelling, with Stephen Root delivering a standout performance as Analyst, a character who serves as both a mentor and a foil to Lousy Carter. Analyst is a no-nonsense, straight-talking man who has seen it all and who is determined to help Lousy Carter make the most of the time he has left. Despite his tough exterior, however, Analyst is also a deeply caring and compassionate person, and he forms a strong bond with Lousy Carter as they work together to complete the animated adaptation.

As Lousy Carter struggles to complete his project and navigate the complexities of his personal life, he also finds himself drawn to his best friend's wife. This relationship adds another layer of complexity to the film, as Lousy Carter must weigh the consequences of his actions against the desire for human connection and intimacy. Through it all, the film remains a darkly comedic and deeply moving exploration of what it means to be alive, and what we can accomplish when we are faced with our own mortality.