A man has a seizure and then can’t create new memories. A pathologist takes Albert Einstein’s brain to study it. Two women begin a relationship withholding secrets. All of these stories are woven together that seem random at first, but then the pieces fit together. 

Nick Payne (Constellations) has written a spirited psychological ride. It shares many similarities with the film Memento, which is also about a man who can’t form new memories and jumps around in time. 

The acting is very impressive. Each of them plays at least four different characters. While they do use accents and context clues to differentiate between them, it would also be helpful to have slight wardrobe changes. 

At 100 minutes, it is quite long and complex to not have an intermission. There are plenty of scene changes where it could be easily added.  Join the Pro-Intermission movement here.   

Teddy Boone is excellent as the pathologist with an obsession for studying the brain. Riles August Holiday is exceptional as the man who can’t create new memories.  Erin Alys is great as this man’s wife, who struggles to cope with his condition. Shannon Leigh Webber is solid as the woman who is keeping some very big secrets in her relationship. 

Cost of a ticket: $39

PlaylistHQ Economic Rating: Worth It +

Rating Scale: Exceptional Value > Worth It > Discounted > Go for Free > Don’t Bother

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Quinn Delaney