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LamontRaymondAug 5, 2015

One of the best movies of the year - Jason Segel is fantastic and utterly believable. Danny Elfman's score is right on the money, and the soundtrack does wonders for the film. Don't want to say too much - just see it.

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TVJerryAug 26, 2015

Jesse Eisenberg plays a Rolling Stone writer who spends 5 days interviewing David Foster Wallace (Jason Segel), the author of acclaimed novel "Infinite Jest." This is essentially a road trip that absorbingly explores the awkward, anxiousJesse Eisenberg plays a Rolling Stone writer who spends 5 days interviewing David Foster Wallace (Jason Segel), the author of acclaimed novel "Infinite Jest." This is essentially a road trip that absorbingly explores the awkward, anxious relationship that develops during their short encounter. Segel is subdued, yet compellingly complex, as he handles the character's elaborate discourse and emotional density. Eisenberg plays the role of eager, besotted listener with his typical hesitant confidence. Even though this is primarily a duo dialogue, the skillful screenplay by Donald Margulies and controlled direction by James Ponsoldt help make every moment enthralling. A fascinating exploration of creativity, ego and communication. NOTE: Stay thru the closing titles for one last moment.… Expand

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NickLikesMoviesOct 23, 2015

"The End of the Tour" offers fascinating characters, extraordinary performances (especially Segel), and a beautiful, heartbreaking tale of loneliness and depression. A subtle and poignant film that you should see.

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ydnar4Oct 20, 2015

The films plot sort of resembles Almost Famous (2000), one of my personal favorite films.

Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg are so spot on in this film. Segel probably offers his best performance to date and Eisenberg offers a performanceThe films plot sort of resembles Almost Famous (2000), one of my personal favorite films.

Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg are so spot on in this film. Segel probably offers his best performance to date and Eisenberg offers a performance that will nearly rival his performance in The Social Network. Both actors seem like the natural choice for their respective roles. I could even buy Segel in the wig he had to use to play Wallace.

The dialogue is also another high point for this film. It so insightful and deep and it really make you wish that you could have conversations like that with your own friends. The interactions between the characters are so interesting that there is never a dull moment. Thumbs up to Donald Margulies for writing the screen play.

The End of the Tour is a great watch for any movie fan who enjoys excellent performances and dialogue. The film is one of the best of the year so far.… Expand

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sanserifAug 19, 2015

A very sincere and thoughtful indie film with stellar performances from both Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg. I think the film isn't so much about the lives of each character; it's more of an examination of their relationship and chemistry--A very sincere and thoughtful indie film with stellar performances from both Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg. I think the film isn't so much about the lives of each character; it's more of an examination of their relationship and chemistry-- what happens when you meet the person that you want to be? Apparently, it's of a mix of a lot of emotions..

On one level, not much really happens in the film plot-wise and it could be easily dismissed as lacking a true 'climax'... But what I enjoyed was mainly the interactions between the two characters. It got me thinking more and more about the film and what the point was... I felt like there were some interesting parallels between the relationship of David Lipsky vs David Wallace and the spiritual relationship between Man vs God. Yeah I know, it's a little far fetched, but definitely fun and interesting to think about... and that's sort of what I found cool about the movie.… Expand

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tristanleungchOct 27, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With an amazing screenplay,beautiful performance by the leading actors and the score. The end of the tour made me could never get bored watching this five-days interview,which i don't wanna end.I tried so hard to hold my tears when i can understand David Foster Wallace's suffering,especially when no one can truly understand him.As well as the moment that David Lipsky realised the importance of this interview.
However,i still couldn't stop dropping tears when the last scene was shown along with the amazing score.I guess i can never understand how relieved and satisfied with the moment when Wallace enjoyed the dance.… Expand

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NavyBeanAug 24, 2015

One of the professional reviews stated something to the effect that writers are seldom as interesting as their work (A.O. Scott maybe?) Not sure if this was an intended message of the movie, but it was a big part of it to me.

Us, theOne of the professional reviews stated something to the effect that writers are seldom as interesting as their work (A.O. Scott maybe?) Not sure if this was an intended message of the movie, but it was a big part of it to me.

Us, the viewer, looking for something fascinating about Wallace. The RS reporter holding Wallace's career up as a what he wanted to be. Wallace not wanting to look bad in the RS article. It all seemed so ordinary, so less than fascinating.

When Wallace says "it's not that easy being me" (paraphrase, sorry) isn't that the message we all want to relay to the rest of the world about our own lives?

I thought it was a thoughtful, gentle, intelligent movie that didn't have these great monologues of brilliant writing but conveyed a sense of the simple, universal struggle of existence. I'd see it again.… Expand

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bfoore90Oct 5, 2016

Literally almost fell in love with this movie almost at first sight. I can't say enough about just how good this movie is and I'm literally kicking myself trying to find out how this gem flew under my radar for the past year. The castings ofLiterally almost fell in love with this movie almost at first sight. I can't say enough about just how good this movie is and I'm literally kicking myself trying to find out how this gem flew under my radar for the past year. The castings of Jason Segal and Jessie Eisenberg are spot on and nail the two David's almost to the T. This was just a really thoughtful and gentle movie that conveyed the sense of the struggle of existence and the friendship beyween David Foster Wallace and David Lipsky.… Expand

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FlipjeMay 11, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you are a fan of My Dinner with Andre, this might be for you. Jesse Eisenberg plays a journalist travelling to interview Jason Siegel's David Foster Wallace. When the two meet, there is an awkward but amicable chemistry. While the author finishes up the last of his book tour, promoting his magnum opus, Infinite Jest, he and this accompanying journalist weight in on diverse subjects such as fame, relationship, solitude and other philosophies. There are some poignant moments between the two as they veer between sincere comraderie in their interests and belligerent competition in matters of the opposite sex. I was also reminded of Michael Winterbottom's The Trip series/films. A nice story of an unlikely friendship though, I was expecting more about Wallace's psychological difficulties. Between the time of Wallace's publication of his famed novel and his death, there is a sizeable gap and the film makes a passing glance at unveiling some aspects of the author's addictive nature. Considering this was based on a memoir, I appreciate the screenwriters sticking to the main tenets of the story. But at the same time, I also felt in the dark when it came to Wallace's true nature. He's a great character and sometimes, being elusive can spark intrigue, here, I felt let down by not seeing enough of him or getting closer to his heart. Overall, a worthwhile film about an interesting bromance.… Expand

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Compi24Feb 20, 2022

Can confirm that even those who are generally unfamiliar with the life and times of David Foster Wallace can find enjoyment in James Ponsoldt's "The End Of The Tour," as my knowledge of the man and his works were limited at best beforeCan confirm that even those who are generally unfamiliar with the life and times of David Foster Wallace can find enjoyment in James Ponsoldt's "The End Of The Tour," as my knowledge of the man and his works were limited at best before watching this. From any angle, this is a contemplative, authentic and honest look at the burden of brilliance, the drawbacks of envying others and the layers of depth that we all contain within us. It's hard to even say that anything really "happens" in this movie and yet I couldn't help but be enraptured with seeing these two guys talking, trying to figure each other out. You have to love the natural chemistry between the two lead performers and the acting overall. Jason Segel is the obvious standout, venturing out of the usual comedic trappings to play one of the more fascinating individuals to pop up in modern literature. Definitely a great watch, overall.… Expand