"C'mon C'mon" is a 2021 drama film directed by Mike Mills. The story follows Johnny (Joaquin Phoenix), a documentary filmmaker who travels across the country to interview children about their thoughts on the future. He is joined on his journey by his sensitive 9-year-old nephew, Jesse (Woody Norman), whose father (played by Gaby Hoffmann) is hospitalized with bipolar disorder.
As Johnny and Jesse spend time together, they begin to bond and explore their own relationships with the world around them. They meet a variety of interesting people along the way, including a teenage girl who teaches Jesse how to skateboard and a couple who teaches Johnny about the joys and challenges of married life.
Meanwhile, Johnny faces his own internal struggles as he tries to reconcile his feelings about his own childhood and his strained relationship with his sister (played by Hoffmann).
The film's themes revolve around family, mental health, connection, and the search for meaning in life. It received critical acclaim for its performances, writing, and direction, and has been praised for its nuanced portrayal of mental illness.