A man decides it's time to grow up -- but isn't about to leave the nest in the process -- in this offbeat comedy. Ben (Christopher Jaymes) is an eccentric and immature man in his early twenties who has begun making tentative steps into the world of adulthood, at least in terms of his love life. Ben shares a house with his mother and sister, the latter of whom makes friends with unusual ease when it comes to men. After Ben belatedly loses his virginity to a girl from the neighborhood, he sets his sights on Sam (Jorja Dwyer), a 16-year-old who soon agrees to move in with him. Of course, having Mom and Sis around doesn't exactly help this budding romance go smoothly. Shot on high-definition video, It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Trying) was the second feature from independent writer/director Abe Levy.
by Mark Deming
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