Garden State (2004)

Overview

Andrew returns to his hometown for his mother’s funeral, a journey that reconnects him with old friends. The trip coincides with his decision to stop taking his powerful antidepressants. A chance meeting with Sam—a girl also struggling with various maladies—opens up the possibility of rekindling emotional connections, confronting his psychologist father, and perhaps beginning a new life.

Cast

Zach Braff

Andrew Largeman

Natalie Portman

Sam

Ian Holm

Gideon Largeman

Peter Sarsgaard

Mark

Jean Smart

Carol

Armando Riesco

Jesse