Fresh
As a portrait of an average guy who makes average mistakes, it conveys wit and wisdom without leaning too heavily on schmaltz.
Jason Anderson, Globe and Mail
King of the Corner
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
2004 · 1h 33m · R
Comedy, Drama
Directed by
Peter Riegert
Overview
Leo Spivak is drifting through life without a compass. His father is aging fast, his teenage daughter is rebelling, his protégé is after his job and his wife is losing her patience. A twist of fate and some bizarre wisdom from a "freelance rabbi" help Leo navigate the murky waters of his life and turn his crisis into a second-chance.
Director and cast
- Peter Riegert Director
- Peter Riegert as Leo Spivak
- Frank Wood as Anthony Berenson
- Jake Hoffman as Ed Shifman
- Jayne Houdyshell as Louise
- Marylouise Burke as Helen
- Susan Blommaert as Gloria
- Eli Wallach as Sol Spivak
- Rita Moreno as Inez
- Harris Yulin as Peter Hargrove
- Isabella Rossellini as Rachel Spivak
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
71%
Tomatometer
Fresh
Although it's not a flashy debut, Riegert demonstrates an unfailing generosity toward his fellow actors that takes him far.
John Hartl, Seattle Times
Fresh
It's a warm, unexpectedly moving portrait of a man on the verge of what could either be a dreadful or delightful second chapter.
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
Rotten
This is perilously close to a vanity film, but since the star has always seemed like one of the least vain guys in the business, maybe he deserves to go on a bender.
Ty Burr, Boston Globe
Rotten
Although Riegert, who has here assembled a first-rate cast, clearly has a good touch with actors, his handling of the awkward material reveals his directorial inexperience.
Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter
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