The Uncanny World of RENTAL FAMILY
This exclusive clip from Rental Family immediately drops viewers into its central tension: what does it mean to rely on strangers to play the roles we wish were real?
Searchlight’s upcoming film follows the Japanese phenomenon of rentable relatives — actors hired to stand in as spouses, parents, coworkers, even friends.
An Outsider Looking In
The clip focuses on the protagonist observing this world with fascination and discomfort. The tone is dry, offbeat, slightly eerie.
It’s not played for jokes; it’s played for truth — the kind that stings.
A Unique Blend of Warmth and Disturbance
The film seems poised to explore loneliness with honesty and nuance, forming a bridge between dark comedy and heartbreak.
