The Big Ask (originally titled Teddy Bears) is a 2013 American independent black comedy-drama film.

Three couples head to the desert to support their friend, Andrew (Krumholtz), after the death of his mother.

The film's concept arose from a "rocky" period in the relationship of writer/director Beatty and his wife, co-director Fishman.

[1] Principal photography took place in and around Twentynine Palms, California—including Joshua Tree National Park—and lasted 17 days.

It received a mixed reception from critics, with some feeling it wasted the potential of its unique premise;[5] while others praised the film's writing[3][6] and performances, especially Lynskey's.