Martin Freeman, Morena Baccarin, Jake Lacy, and Melissa Rauch star in this comedy about a man afflicted by fainting spells whenever he experiences extreme emotions, especially joy. Troubles ensue when he falls in love. From renowned actor, filmmaker, showrunner Jason Winer (ABC's Modern Family) comes this tale inspired by a This American Life radio story. Freeman stars as Charlie, afflicted with cataplexy, a neurological condition that is as dehibatiling as it is largely unknown. Making the best of his situation, Charlie has developed a daily routine to help manage his symptoms that involves listening to somber music and a mantra of dark thoughts to stave off feelings of joy. His life as a librarian is stable, for the most part, until the arrival of Francesca (Baccarin), who turns Charlie's world upside down (literally) and causes him to reconsider everything he understood about happiness.
Director Biography
American director, writer and comedian Jason Winer is well-known for his work in both television in film. He is one of the main directors on the hit series Modern Family and also made the film Arthur (11).