Rent Me and You and Everyone We Know (2005)

Quirky characters whose lives interconnect. - Me and You and Everyone We Know review by CP Customer

Quirky, funny, charming, endearing and at times depressing, ‘Me and You and Everyone We Know’ follows several characters whose lives, knowingly or unknowingly, interconnect with each other. Each of the characters suffer from varying degrees of isolation and loneliness, all seeming to need someone in their lives to love and be loved in return. As far as a plot goes, it’s basically a slice of life film, following the various characters as they each go about their daily lives, with the main storyline within the film revolving around Christine, a part time taxi driver and performance artist, Richard a recently divorced shoe salesman, and their awkward and hampered relationship. Overall, if you like films by Todd Solondz or Wes Anderson which feature awkward characters and moments then ‘Me and You and Everyone We Know’ is well worth a look.

Warning! Quirk-o-rama! - Me and You and Everyone We Know review by Kurtz

This is a self-consciously kooky story of a hesitant love affair between a rather weird couple and their circle of equally weird pals. There are a lot of awkward pauses, some extremely solemn children and a constant backing track of dreamy plinky-plonky keyboard to remind you what kind of film you are watching just in case you thought you’d stumbled across a quiet patch of “Reservoir Dogs.” I lost patience with most of the characters after about twenty minutes and started to admire the sunsets. Once the lead character makes a film within a film starring her shoes, you pretty much know what to expect. “I’m just passing the time” explains another character. Not my time, you’re not. Click.

loved this weird, quirky, gentle rom-com that wasn't too embarrassing to watch. - Me and You and Everyone We Know review by tm

it is not quirky in the way some auteur films are, i.e. there is a plot and a narrative; there are people you care for and issues yo want resolved, but the way this movie goes about dealing with them is unique, sensitive and witty. the actors, none of them famous, all realize their characters so well you forget they are acting, and the children are amazing and if you get time, watch the "extras" where the actors reflect on their roles.

The characters seem lost and all are looking for love, meaning, affirmation and structure. they are all running away from something; their own fears about failure, loss and rejecting. the movie is highly original, gentle, kind, and very funny. a delight to watch.