Jeff, Who Lives at Home is a 2011 comedy-drama film directed by Jay and Mark Duplass. The film focuses on Jeff, a thirty-something slacker who lives in his mother's basement and spends his days smoking weed and searching for the meaning of life. On the day of his mother's birthday, Jeff is asked to run an errand and buy glue for her.
However, Jeff's day takes a turn when he receives a wrong number phone call asking for "Kevin," which he believes is a cosmic coincidence. This leads him to believe that he is meant to be doing something important with his day. As he goes about his errand, Jeff runs into his older brother Pat, who is struggling with his own problems.
Pat, a married man, is convinced that his wife is having an affair, and he is determined to catch her in the act. Jeff agrees to help his brother, and the two embark on a journey across town to track down Pat's wife. Along the way, they have a series of misadventures and encounter a variety of characters, including an angry teenager, a confused bus driver, and an eccentric lonely woman.
As the day progresses, Jeff begins to see the world in a new way. He realizes that everything is connected, and that there is more to life than just existing. By the end of the day, Jeff and Pat both come to important realizations about themselves and their lives. Jeff finds his destiny and learns that he is not just a slacker, and Pat finds the courage to face the truth about his marriage.
Jeff, Who Lives at Home is a heartwarming and relatable film that explores the importance of family, brotherhood, and finding meaning in life. With strong performances from Jason Segel, Ed Helms, and Susan Sarandon, the film is a must-see for fans of indie comedies and heartfelt dramas.
