16) Roger Dodger (2002)

Roger Dodger is a swift, dialogue-driven look at machismo and relationships. Following in the wake of New York City's nightlife comes ad executive cynic Campbell Scott as Roger and, his much younger cousin/adoptive nephew Nick played by Jesse Eisenberg: The movie tracks the rather flat, empty plot-line—just a series of conversations and interactions full of bite, tension, and insight—between Roger's self-importance and Nick's innocence. It's in this film where razor-sharp scripting and subtle performances bring interesting facets of character study instead of traditional storytelling.
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