The F Word

Michael Dowse directed this 2013 romantic comedy, which Elan Mastai adapted from the TJ Dawe and Michael Rinaldi play "Toothpaste and Cigars." Its hero is Wallace (Daniel Radcliffe), a young Brit who quits medical school after a painful breakup and shuts himself away in Toronto. At a party, he meets Chantry (Zoe Kazan), a charming and witty animator in a long-term relationship with Ben (Rafe Spall). Despite their mutual attraction, they decide to remain friends. As their friendship deepens, the lines between platonic and romantic feelings blur, leading to internal conflicts and doubts. The film also features Adam Driver as Allan, Wallace's best friend, and Megan Park as Nicole, Chantry's friend. The story explores themes of friendship, love, and the moral dilemmas that arise when these concepts intersect, highlighting the emotional complexity and realism of the protagonists' relationship.