A Promising Debut that proves Braff is more than just a funny man

Rating: 9/10 (5 August 2004)

Garden State puts Zach Braff beyond the funny man he plays on Scrubs. This heartfelt dramedy brings audiences into the inner workings of a human being.
Instead of only focusing on plot Braff is able to focus on the characters' listless lost place in life. They amble about New Jersey with an inner need for something they can't even distinguish no less find. This film can speak to anyone who has felt like they just live day to day seemingly without a purpose. Braff has captured insecurity and longing with Garden State, while staying realistic and even funny. Braff not only directs and writes but his ability to play low key just further exhibits his range as an actor. GO SEE THIS MOVIE. 9/10.