Apartment Troubles (2014)

Apartment Troubles is special because it treats a messy, codependent friendship with real affection and bite, letting the comedy arise from recognizable desperation rather than sitcom contrivance. Jess Weixler and Jennifer Prediger have the lived-in chemistry of two people who know exactly how to love and needle each other, and the dialogue snaps with a smart, slightly off-kilter rhythm that keeps subverting where you think the story will go. The vibe is indie-sunshine-with-a-hangover: New York anxiety melting into Los Angeles temptation, with Megan Mullally swooping in as a deliciously unpredictable force of chaos. It’s not for everyone—there’s strong language, some substance use, and a few uncomfortable boundary-pushing moments—but if you like character-driven dramedies that look good, sound sharp, and feel human, this one rewards your time.

Apartment Troubles is clearly aiming for an offbeat, indie buddy-comedy about codependent friends chasing reinvention in L.A., with awkward encounters and a bit of showbiz satire. The problem is it often feels like a collection of quirky moments rather than a story with momentum, and the humor can land soft, leaving the characters more grating or blurry than endearing. If you need a sharp, cohesive comedy or emotional drama that pays off cleanly, this may feel like a creative detour that never quite clicks. That said, Jess Weixler and Jennifer Prediger have an easy, lived-in rapport, and Megan Mullally brings a welcome jolt of energy, so if you’re patient with low-stakes indie messiness, you might still find it mildly charming.