The Ernie Game (1968)

Plot

A young man in his twenties grapples with his identity and purpose in the turbulent landscape of early adulthood. Although he has moved out of his parents' house, he remains adrift, lacking a true sense of belonging. His profound sense of isolation leads him to view life as a mere game, not out of choice, but from an inability to create something more meaningful. Friends who enter his life eventually realize that his carefree attitude is insufficient, prompting them to challenge him to seek a deeper connection beyond the confines of his self-imposed game.