Of All the Things

Of All the Things (2025)



0.0 2025 8 min —

Director: Steff Lee

Animation Drama Family
Ava once saw her childhood home as a wonderland of discovery and imagination. But the day she comes back from university, nothing feels the same. What was once a trove of treasures now feels like a suffocating trap, as her mother’s belongings—and her crippling fear of parting with them—consume every corner of the house and strain their bond. Can mother and daughter find common ground by revisiting the past and sharing a single, pivotal moment?

Of All The Things is a narrative short drawn from real-life experience, created to spark compassionate conversations about hoarding. More than a portrait of a condition, it’s a story about human connection. Developed hand-in-hand with the hoarding community to ensure honesty and sensitivity, the film shines a light on the often invisible emotional toll that hoarding can take on family relationships.

Produced by Kino Bino, with support from BFI NETWORK and crowdfunding.

More About This Film

Of All the Things is a 2025 American romantic comedy directed by Ben Zook and written by David Caspe. The film stars Kaitlyn Dever as Sarah, a woman who realizes she has never been truly in love until she meets the man of her dreams, played by Paul Mescal. The narrative follows their whirlwind romance as they navigate the complexities of modern dating and the fear of vulnerability.

The movie explores themes of emotional intimacy and the chaos that ensues when past traumas collide with present-day affection. As Sarah and her new partner fall deeper for each other, external pressures and internal doubts threaten to dismantle the relationship before it can fully blossom, leading to a poignant examination of what it means to open one's heart completely.

Kaitlyn Dever and Paul Mescal deliver compelling performances in this heartfelt dramedy, supported by an ensemble cast including Justin Theroux and Natasha Lyonne. The film premiered at the SXSW Film Festival in March 2025, where it received positive reviews for its witty dialogue and strong chemistry between the leads.

  • The screenplay was originally developed as a television pilot before being adapted into a feature film format.
  • Director Ben Zook made his feature directorial debut with this project after years of work in television production.
  • The film was shot in Los Angeles, utilizing real locations to enhance the authentic feel of the city's dating scene.
  • Kaitlyn Dever produced the film through her production company, adding another layer of creative control to the project.

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