

Information
Release DateJanuary 8, 2009
Runtime1h 29m
StatusReleased
ProductionCold Iron Pictures, Ambush Entertainment + 2 more
LanguagesEnglish
5.3
48 votesPopularity0
Synopsis
Ben Singer is a failed children's folk singer, a career proofreader, a less-than-extraordinary weekend dad, and perhaps the most negative man alive. Floundering in all aspects of his life, Ben's only comfort comes from regular chess games and friendly debates on game theory with his Senegalese roommate Ibou. When Ibou is suddenly struck ill, Ben's pessimistic worldview seems unequivocally confirmed. It takes an extended visit from Ibou's sister Khadi for Ben to realize that cynicism may be all a matter of perspective.
Cast & Crew
Director
Joshua Goldin
Featured Cast

Matthew Broderick
Ben Singer

Sanaa Lathan
Khadi

Michael Kenneth Williams
Ibu

Philip Baker Hall
The Man

Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Cyril