The film was directed by Alexander Payne, who broke out about half a century ago with films like "About Schmidt" Dominic Sesse is wonderful in the role of Angus - it's hard to believe that this is his first role in the film. Paul Giamatti's personal charm manages to evoke sympathy and identification, despite his losers.
The script by David Hemmings is a bit spoon-feeding, but fluid, witty and presents the juiciest and insults we've seen in cinema in recent years.