Welcome to Me

Synopsis

Welcome to Me is a 2014 dramatic comedy film starring Kristen Wiig as Alice Klieg, a woman with borderline personality disorder who wins the lottery and decides to use her newfound wealth to produce her own talk show. The show, titled 'Welcome to Me', becomes an outlet for Alice to express her eccentricities, but also raises ethical questions and challenges for the people involved in the production. As Alice's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, the line between reality and performance blurs, leading to both comedic and poignant moments. The film explores themes of mental health, fame, and the impact of media on personal identity.

Cast

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  Kristen Wiig

  Alice Klieg

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  James Marsden

  Rich Ruskin

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  Linda Cardellini

  Gina Selway

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  Wes Bentley

  Gabe Ruskin

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  Jennifer Jason Leigh

  Deb Moseley

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  Alan Tudyk

  Ted Thurber

Reviews

Welcome to Me has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Kristen Wiig's performance and the film's unique premise, while others found its dark humor and portrayal of mental illness controversial. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 73%, with the consensus stating, 'Kristen Wiig's singular talents are on full display in Welcome to Me, but they aren't enough to compensate for a fundamentally misguided narrative.' IMDb users rated the movie 5.9/10, with some praising its dark comedy and Wiig's performance, while others felt the story lacked depth. Metacritic gave Welcome to Me a score of 69/100, indicating generally favorable reviews. Overall, the film has been divisive among critics and audiences, with some appreciating its unique approach to the subject matter, while others found it uncomfortable or lacking in emotional depth.