Oren Rudavsky, whose previous work includes "Hiding and Seeking: Faith and Tolerance After the Holocaust," has crafted an odd, funny film out of Daniel Menaker's novel. A New York fantasia that's as unpredictable as life (and, hence, immune to plot summary), it boasts a winning performance by Chris Eigeman, the Whit Stillman vet who always seems to combine the consternation of teacher Jake Singer, he has one glaring problem: an abusive psychiatrist (Ian Holm), who follows him around, popping out of closets or looming in bedrooms. Dr.
Morales doesn't seem to be imaginary; Jake doesn't seem to be crazy. But mother. It's an urban dream, of course - where else but in a fairy tale would Jake wind up with Allegra?
- but it's also thoughtful, measured and, despite 1:26 (adult content, language). At Lincoln Plaza Cinemas and Angelika Film Center, Manhattan.
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