Liberal Arts (2012)

60% of critics liked it
(5 reviews)
96% want to see it
(109 ratings)

Newly single and uninspired by his job in college admissions, the introverted Jesse Fisher (Josh Radnor) lives with his head buried in a book. His deep nostalgia for his own alma mater in Ohio - the dining halls and dorm rooms, the parties and poetry seminars - makes him wonder if his best days are… More Newly single and uninspired by his job in college admissions, the introverted Jesse Fisher (Josh Radnor) lives with his head buried in a book. His deep nostalgia for his own alma mater in Ohio - the dining halls and dorm rooms, the parties and poetry seminars - makes him wonder if his best days are behind him. So when his favorite professor (Richard Jenkins) invites him back to campus to speak at his retirement dinner, Jesse jumps at the chance. Meeting Zibby (Elizabeth Olsen) - a precocious classical music-loving sophomore - awakens in Jesse long-dormant feelings of possibility and connection. -- (C) Official Site

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 37 min.
Directed By: Josh Radnor
Written By: Josh Radnor
Genres: Drama, Comedy

In Theaters: Sep 14, 2012 Limited
Studio: IFC Films

Critic Reviews

Justin Lowe, Hollywood Reporter
A coming-of-middle-age comedy running on somewhat less than a full tank.
Robert Koehler, Variety
The film [feels] perilously close to widescreen sitcom.
Amber Wilkinson, Eye for Film
Josh Radnor is adept at creating flawed characters who nevertheless prove sweetly likeable.
Chris Bumbray, JoBlo's Movie Emporium
Josh Radnor's second foray as a director is a major triumph. Goes to show you that some of the best romances can be about an exchange of emotion and ideas rather than an exchange of fluids.