Drag, written and directed by Raviv Ullman and Greg Yagolnitzer, follows two sisters played by Lizzy Caplan and Lucy DeVito as they attempt to burglarize a secluded home. Although Caplan plays the elder sister, she’s definitely the irresponsible one, while younger sister DeVito is the more level-headed and responsible of the two. Despite her doubts, however, DeVito is pressured into being Caplan’s getaway driver, but everything takes a turn when Caplan throws out her back.

This is when the film’s humor and pain ramps up. Caplan really puts her all in the role, perfectly balancing the portrayal of pain, while organically introducing humor. On the other hand, DeVito brings practically and her own humor to the role as well. The two portrayed so much through just their facial expressions alone. I’m not the easiest person to make laugh, but I found myself laughing throughout this dark comedy.

Caplan and DeVito had a lot of chemistry and truly felt like sisters; the way they interacted with each other felt believable. However, these sisters definitely have a toxic relationship, and I could totally relate to the concept of caring for someone at your own expense. DeVito’s character knows how ridiculous this situation is, but continues to feel the guilt and pressures of feeling an obligation to your family. Although Caplan’s character is a selfish person, you couldn’t help but root that the two will make it through, especially as you witness the intense pain they encounter throughout the house.

While the film will have you laughing, you’ll definitely wince in pain, especially as you witness how difficult it is to do what seems like would be a simple task. Dragging a body is far from simple, especially with each hiccup the two sisters encounter, which is ramped up when the home’s owner and his date, played by John Stamos and Christine Ko, enter the picture.

I don’t want to delve more into the film as to avoid spoilers, but I will say that Drag is one of my favorites from this year’s SXSW. While the film is a bit mean-spirited, the humor, surprises and Stamos’ campy performance are something not to be missed. Definitely go into this blind, because it is those surprises that really make the film.