When it comes to Will Ferrell films and his unique comedic style, reactions tend to be polarising — some people love his absurd humour, while others find it a bit too much.
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When it comes to Will Ferrell films and his unique comedic style, reactions tend to be polarising — some people love his absurd humour, while others find it a bit too much. But I have to say, after watching him in the documentary Will & Harper, which chronicles a deeply personal road trip with his longtime friend Harper Steele, Ferrell’s off-screen persona will win over even the toughest sceptics.
The story begins when Will Ferrell learns that his close friend of 30 years, Harper Steele, is coming out as a trans woman. Together, they decide to embark on a cross-country road trip, capturing not only the physical journey but also the emotional journey of their friendship as it adapts to Harper’s transition. At its core, Will & Harper is an intimate portrait of friendship, identity and America’s evolving cultural landscape.
If you’re walking into this film thinking it’s…