Mutual Appreciation

Alan is a musician who leaves a busted-up band for New York, and a new musical voyage. He tries to stay focused and fends off all manner of distractions, including the attraction to his good friend's girlfriend.

Cast

Justin Rice

as Alan

Rachel Clift

as Ellie

Andrew Bujalski

as Lawrence

Lee Seung-min

as Sara

Pamela Corkey

as Patricia

Kevin Micka

as Dennis

Ralph Tyler

as Jerry

Peter Pentz

as Scotty

Bill Morrison

as Walter

Tamara Luzeckyj

as Esther

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