Punch-Drunk Love (VHS)

Punch-Drunk Love is a 2002 American romantic comedy-drama directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, featuring Adam Sandler in a departure from his typical comedic roles. The film follows Barry Egan, a socially anxious and emotionally repressed entrepreneur who is subjected to constant belittlement by his seven overbearing sisters. Barry's mundane life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Lena Leonard (Emily Watson), a woman who brings a sense of hope and affection into his world. Their budding romance is tested by Barry's entanglement with a phone sex operator's extortion scheme and his obsessive quest to accumulate frequent flyer miles through a pudding promotion. The narrative weaves elements of absurdist humor and poignant drama, exploring themes of love, loneliness, and personal transformation.