Film Review – Don’t Think Twice

For his second directorial endeavor, comedian Mike Birbiglia returns the world of funny business he explored in 2012’s “Sleepwalk with Me,” this time shining a spotlight on the realm of improvisation and the neuroses involved with such a taxing performance art. Stepping away from autobiographical touches, Birbiglia (who also scripts) sets out to create a dramedy about intimacy and competition, but the plot sometimes gets in the way of pure behavior, which “Don’t Think Twice” captures with outstanding realism. The scratchy rub between acting and feeling is inspected to satisfaction in the picture, which highlights Birbiglia’s comfort with actors and his knowledge of denial. While his vision is blurred at times, “Don’t Think Twice” is accomplished work, clearly identifying the helmer’s creative growth. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com