Good Fortune is more witty than laugh-out-loud funny, but features a terrific performance by Keanu Reeves in this prince-and-the-pauper-style fable.
Aziz Ansari plays Arj, a character living out of his car, which creates an immediate dissonance due to Ansari's known wealth and light presence as a stand-up comedian.
Ansari's character experiences economic distress, doing odd jobs and gig-economy chores, but seems more irritably inconvenienced than weary.
he's gladhanding his way through his acting gigs
Keanu Reeves' performance lifts the gentle comedy, making Good Fortune an enjoyable watch.
Author's summary: Keanu Reeves shines in Good Fortune.