Tribeca Film Festival: ‘Almost Christmas’


Paul Rudd and Paul Giamatti star in the heartfelt comedy ‘Almost Christmas’ written by Melissa James Gibson and directed by Phil Morrison (June Bug). The story depicts two ne’re do wells trying to go straight from a life of crime, find love, reconnect with family and capture their own civility in a world fallen apart. “It’s a love triangle, an exploration about the challenges of love and a meditation on the vicissitudes of life during rocky times.” Recounts Melissa james Gibson (Writer). The characters are richly developed and made the choice to take on the project an easy one for Giamatti. “I really liked the script and loved the characters, especially the relationship between the two leads, myself and Rudd, who is terrific to work with!”

By Lauren Clarke-Bennett