First and foremost, this film feels like someone went to their local grocery store, grabbed a random three-dollar mystery novel off the checkout shelf, and decided to make it a movie with some extremely popular and attractive people. In other words, it's a silly mystery movie with crazy, zany twists and turns.
Some of those twists and turns were easy enough to see coming, but some of them were straight out of left field. In addition to the entertaining twists, the film does a decent job of not taking itself seriously. The humor in the movie is peppered in during great moments. Some of it is... read the rest.
Stylish, self-aware, and hilarious - a (mostly) enjoyable parody
My mother used to say: Everyone has secrets. That's why you can never really know anyone else. Or trust anyone. It's why you can never know yourself. Sometimes we even keep secrets from ourselves. Growing up, I thought that was good advice, although I didn't completely understand it. Or maybe I did, a little. Kids have secrets. The imaginary friends, the things they'd get in trouble for if a grown-up ever found out.
Later I discovered that Mom was speaking from personal experience. And I wonder if she was not jus... read the rest.
" A Simple Favor" stars Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively, two actresses who have been steadily climbing the ranks in the entertainment industry since their humble beginnings in television. Now, they are making their mark in the cinematic world with their masterful performances.
Blake Lively shines in her role, showcasing her exceptional talent as she always does in every film. While she has yet to discover her breakthrough or blockbuster role that could catapult her to mega stardom or land her an Oscar nomination, her potential is undeniable.
The movie takes viewers on a spontaneous thrill... read the rest.