“Celeste & Jesse Forever” is a 2012 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Lee Toland Krieger and starring Rashida Jones and Andy Samberg.
The film follows Celeste (Rashida Jones) and Jesse (Andy Samberg), a married couple who have separated but remain best friends. As they begin to see other people, they struggle to move on from their relationship and come to terms with their feelings for each other.
As Celeste begins to date other men, she realizes that she is not as over Jesse as she thought and begins to question whether they should try to reconcile. Meanwhile, Jesse begins to take steps to move on with his life and pursue his dreams of being a successful artist.
The film explores the complexities of relationships and the challenges of moving on after a breakup. It also deals with issues of identity and self-discovery as the characters navigate their personal and professional lives.
“Celeste & Jesse Forever” received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise given to the performances of Jones and Samberg, as well as the film’s smart and realistic portrayal of modern relationships. The film was praised for its witty and insightful script, which was co-written by Rashida Jones and Will McCormack. Despite positive reviews, the film was a box office disappointment, grossing just over $3 million worldwide.
Duration: 92 min.
