Beyond the identity politics and humor, Obvious Child goes the extra mile to represent a seldom voiced, moderate position about a hot button topic.

It doesn't overtly try to be anything more than what it is, which makes it that much more cool to watch.

Robespierre's direction of the many fine actors she assembled is assured, her sense of pacing nicely loose-limbed.

Donna Stern proves to be a mirror reflection of the movie surrounding her: intelligent, spirited, honest, and more than a little awkward.