I didn’t like this movie because I’m a shiksa. I admit it.

Although I know some things about Jewish culture, and admire them, all the finer points of the religion have really escaped me. I was raised Catholic, so could tell you all day long about those rules.

I mean, I’m such a shiksa I couldn’t even really tell you with clarity when Rosh Hoshanna or Yom Kippur is every year. And it gets worse from there. So I’m sure there are deep Jewish truths that are being thrown around that people actually in the religion will appreciate much more than I do.

It’s a nice enough movie. Stuff goes on, nothing blows up, you know.

It’s about a man, living his life, and throughout the movie, his calm demeanor from the beginning is constantly messed with. And you may find that funny. Or amusing, or deeply reflective of life’s condition.

Meh. I mostly found it annoying.

At the beginning, he’s a married man who loves his wife and children. He has a good job that he enjoys. And along the way, his whole life unravels.

It’s a Coen brothers movie, so you know there is great cinematography (Roger Deakins) and editing.

Michael Stuhlbarg plays the beleagured hero. I hope we see him in more movies, he was quite wonderful to watch. He is surrounded by some amazing actors, including Richard Kind as his brother, Sari Lennick as his wife, Fred Melamed as his romantic rival.

For me, the highlight of the movie was when my friend appeared. I have to mention that because Amy Landecker is a friend of mine. I am unable to be objective about her acting, because I think she can do no wrong. I think she’s the best actress in the world, and I’m really proud of her.

That said, I still think she steals the movie. Everything lights up when she’s on screen.

OK, it was kinda tough to see our lead look down into the yard next door, spy the neighbor naked, and have me thinking, “Oh my god, that’s Amy.” And then, of course, “Yay for her, she’s in a Coen Brothers movie.”

But in her scenes with the poor put-upon hero, she, as the fantasy object, provides most of the joy and levity. So, you decide. I think she’s wonderful.

Along the way of this man’s journey, he meets with three rabbis (well, almost), and struggles with his faith and his marriage and his children.

This one is not for everyone. Those of the Jewish faith may certainly like it more. And whatever you do, don’t see it the same week you see The Informant. Your mind may be irrreparably blown.