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Vultural
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A few reviews . . (film or TV)
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25-Jul-2022, 8:32 AM

End Of The Tour - 2015 - 7/10

Compelling, if historically suspicious, road trip of two writers.
Rolling Stone columnist takes assignment to interview David Foster Wallace, author of “Infinite Jest.”
Jesse Eisenberg takes the rather sour role of reporter Lipsky, resentful, envious, awe-struck ,and he is terrific.
Jason Segel memorable as the author, uncomfortable under the sun of fame.
He’s incredibly layered as an individual who, on one hand, exposes himself and his flaws, and yet, on the other hand, keeps supportive friends at arm’s length.
Film gracefully contrasts the loneliness and isolation most writers struggle with, alongside the near-delusional self confidence they must maintain to sustain themselves.