C.O.G. is a 2013 American comedy-drama film, written and directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez, based on a short story by David Sedaris. The film stars Jonathan Groff, Denis O'Hare, and Corey Stoll.
The story follows David (Groff), a recent college graduate who decides to take a break from his privileged East Coast life and travel to Oregon to work on an apple farm. He plans to escape the city and live off the land, but he quickly realizes that farm life is not as romantic as he thought it would be.
David's arrogance and lack of experience make him an easy target for the farmhands and locals, who are amused by his pretentious attitude. He struggles to fit in and adjust to the hard work, but finds solace in his friendship with Jon (O'Hare), a middle-aged man with a troubled past.
As David spends more time on the farm, he begins to question his beliefs and values. He is confronted by people who challenge his assumptions about sexuality, Christianity, and the working class. He is forced to reconsider his identity and his place in the world.
The film is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of self-discovery, class, and religion. It is based on Sedaris's personal experiences working on a farm and reflects his signature wit and humor. C.O.G. received positive reviews from critics, who praised Groff's performance and the film's honest portrayal of rural life.
