A Simple Favor

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  • 2021


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2.5
Its an odd movie thats all over the genre map yet it doesnt firmly land anywhere. Keith & the Movies
4.0
Taking big swings and playing with perspective, it delivers a surprising combination of Hitchcock and Killing Eve that, much like its leading ladies, .. Den Of Geek
3.0
Sharzer laces the script with delicious one liners and coal black comedy that doesnt subvert the suspense so much as sharpen it. EW
3.8
Emilys beauty is a smokescreen for an intimidating and mercurial personality, warm and encouraging one moment, slightly scary the next. Rogerebert
4.5
Shes a toxic friend, swears quite often, isnt really that good of a parent and is also an alcoholic. Common Sense Media
3.0
Feig isnt interested in plumbing the depths of Stephanies psychology, instead offering it up plain faced: shes not nuts, but everyone else involved in .. Indie Wire
3.0
Theres so much on Feigs checklist that youre not sure where the film is going till it arrives, and an emotional beat involving Emilys hunky professor .. Variety
2.5
But thats not the kind of friendship on which to base a good story. We Got This Covered
3.0
Its gratifying to see Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick both earning their keep in director Paul Feigs borderline nutso crime comedy, one that wont be co .. Time Out
4.0
As intoxicating as the mid afternoon martinis swilled by the two central characters. The Guardian
3.0
But I wonder if Feig is too generous natured to really twist the knife satirically. The Guardian
2.5
A Simple Favor haphazardly vacillates between suburban satire, goofy comedy, and dark, twisted psychological thriller.
3.1
Ice cold and finished off with a dramatic twist, A Simple Favor has a lot in common with the gin martinis that its lead characters drink throughout th ..
1.5
117mins A Simple Favor wants it both ways, hoping to be a stylish, twisty, trashy thriller while simultaneously acting superior to the genres slinky p .. Screen Daily
1.5
Despite its sunny Connecticut suburb setting, its a straight ahead noir, in its chatty, perverse, popcorn y original recipe. Vulture
1.5
The actresses make a fun odd couple, Livelys casual hauteur bringing out Kendricks well honed screwball fidgetiness. The Hollywood Reporter
4.0
At this point, just strap in, because A Simple Favors plot isnt just twisty: Its so labyrinthine that you expect a minotaur to pop up.
1.5
For the most part, though, the drawn out payoff doesnt deliver on the storys setup or its characters juicy potential. The New York Times
3.5
As messy and predictable as its plot can get, A Simple Favor is an engaging throwback to the aforementioned tongue in cheek mysteries, drawing much of .. Paste Magazine
4.5
Emilys beauty is a smokescreen for an intimidating and mercurial personality, warm and encouraging one moment, slightly scary the next. Rogerebert
4.4
A Simple Favor is a sharply dressed comedy thriller, and the screenplay is even sharper. IGN
3.0
A Simple Favour doesnt add up to a filling meal, but with the drinks this zingy and a wicked canap game, it still tickles the tastebuds plenty. Telegraph
3.8
But thats exactly what you want for this brand of soapy, stylized, sexy, female driven thriller.
2.0
The characters are thinly drawn in a flimsy plot that just doesnt ring true.
4.0
A Simple Favor is anything but simple, resulting in a surprising, thrilling, and funny theatrical ride. Cinema Blend
2.5
A Simple Favor is a delightfully twisty psychological thriller with compelling performances, and much of Paul Feigs humor, but little substance. Screen Rant
3.8
Its mystery elements are infused with a uniquely Feig ian sensibility, equal parts broad comedy and ironic winks. The Globe And Mail
2.0
Hardly the equal of the Coens neo noir films, but thanks to savvy direction and very capable stars it brings sufficient smarts to the party to remain .. One Guys Opinion
3.8
Stephanie must deal with two boys that have been dumped on her, a worried best friends husband who leans on her, cops who wonder just whats going on a .. Rogers Movie Nation
3.1
Feig seems to be having a lot fun with material; its debatable whether his enjoyment translates to the audience. ReelViews
1.5
Imagine an ABC sitcom based on David Finchers Gone Girl, and youll get an idea of what this lightweight comic mystery is like. Chicago Reader
3.1
As the pieces of the puzzle come together, the more successful and subversive elements of the story come apart. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
A Simple Favor could have been just an okay mystery but the cleverly woven dramedy and Kendrick and Lively make it better and fun.
3.0
This is one of those movies whose set up promises a lot more than it eventually delivers, yet is still fun due to an Anna Kendrick unchained from the ..
2.5
...an almost passable misfire that shouldve topped out at about 90 minutes. Reel Film Reviews
3.6
The ladies made me care throughout...I sat there intrigued, interested, and I thought it worked. You Tube
2.0
This half baked missing persons thriller...gamely attempts to reinvent the careers of its two stars and its director, but isnt nearly dark, nasty or t .. The Times
2.0
Most recent movie scripts dont give female characters much respect, but this screenplay, written by Jessica Sharzer, gives the two lead characters ple .. Lariat
4.0
An impish throwback to the stylish glam thrillers of the early 1960s with a 21st century sass to go with all the twists and turns of the plot. News Review
4.0
Early Man isnt the flashiest animated feature that youll see this year but it is certainly the most likeable. Independent
3.5
But until an ending that flies ruinously off the rails, A Simple Favor is raunchy fun that offers an unexpected take on the twists and turns of female .. Rolling Stone
4.0
It plays straight to Anna Kendricks strengths as an actor, and she shines in every scene. As does Blake Lively opposite her. Shadows On The Wall
4.5
In a less self aware movie, the vlogger thing would come across as painfully straining for a modern update of a standard thriller. Decider
4.5
Even Feigs affectionate use of aromatic French pop songs, perhaps suggesting that were in a fizzy Gallic romp, feels mildly desperate instead of an at .. The Wrap
2.5
until it becomes a suspense thriller so messy and tonally wacky, Angela Lansbury would have quit in a huff. New York Post
4.0
As the movie pushes forward, director Paul Feig often seems unsure what kind of film hes making. Az Central
3.5
Most films dont but A Simple Favour shows the limits of the test as well. Smh
5.0
Whats a cozy, you ask Cozies are the nice crime stories, the ones that dont focus on blood and gore, the ones that dont feature hard bitten cops or al ..
4.5
Advertisement But theres no doubt about it: The movie belongs to Lively, whos fiercely missed as soon as she exits from the screen. Slate
1.5
Pitched Imperfect It can be hard to juggle different styles within a film and A Simple Favor falls foul to this balancing act, it just doesnt know wha .. Film Inquiry
1.5
Sex, secrets and a mommy blogger are some of the ingredients of this slick, trashy crime thriller whose stylish elements of glamour wardrobe, sensual ..
3.5
Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Spy, The Heat and that Ghostbusters reboot) loves directing women, and thats obvious in Jessica Sharzers overly convoluted, Hi .. Susang Ranger
2.5
But with its saucy French pop music and pastel Saul Bass inspired credits, this film is so hungry to seem like a classic thriller that you come away c .. Observer
3.0
I cant imagine this being nearly as effective without Anna Kendricks awkward comedic line delivery and Paul Feigs handle on how to marry seriousness w .. Flickering Myth
4.0
The masterful imagery doesnt simply craft a desired aesthetic; it is telling the story. Flim Threet
4.5
But, for all the pinging, zippy dialogue and the resonant situations, Feig doesnt manage to extract much substance from the teeming, incident packed s .. New Yorker
1.5
If you dont get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Time
4.5
As she continually pawns her son off on Stephanie, another school mom (Andrew Rannells very gay househusband) breezily notes, She doesnt realize shes .. Boston Herald
1.5
The material of A Simple Favor isnt quite up to his high standards, though. The New Indian Express
3.5
That doesnt mean theres nothing up his sleeve, because even as the stakes do rise, there are still plenty of laughs to be found. Bullz-Eye
3.8
And Kendricks interplay with Lively crackles, whether theyre going for laughs or something darker. Boston Globe
4.5
If youve seen another Paul Feig comedy, you know exactly what youre getting here, despite all the pretense toward serious drama. Birth Movies Death
3.0
While its lack of rigour and coherence stops me cooing Je taime, this is a likeably stylish film with no pretensions to mining fresh insight from that .. Standard
4.4
Im absolutely head over heels for this little gem of a motion picture. Movie Freak
3.0
The material of A Simple Favor isnt quite up to his high standards, though. Detroit News
3.0
Its a shame.Theres a lot to like about A Simple Favor. Just not enough.
4.4
They occasionally try to emulate one another, which doesnt come easy and is fun to watch. Aisle Seat
2.0
All that remains by the end is a soft headed, sour hearted farce where you can sense even the cast and crew wish the whole thing was over already. Herald Sun
3.0
Thats the purest pleasure of A Simple Favor its the kind of fun that sticks around after the credits roll. Consequence Of Sound
3.0
On the bench shes rigorous and intimidating with Jack shes formidable and guarded but inside shes one big puddle. Now Toronto
3.8
Thats when the film is at its peak, which unfortunately isnt always consistent. Film Ink
4.5
You dont need to have grown up with to be fascinated and moved by Morgan Nevilles documentary portrait, made in a spirit of admiration, which on the e .. The Age
1.5
The problem is theres nothing for us to enjoy in its self mockery, the flat staging and abject absence of visual style signal more contempt than amuse .. Maki At The Movies
1.5
But Emilys behavior is so obviously erratic and aberrant that its not immediately surprising; theres no suspense surrounding the disappearance.
4.0
Verdict Despite not meeting its full potential, A Simple Favor is an awfully fun dark comedy that utilises Anna Kendricks pitch perfect comic timing a .. Mirror
4.0
To its benefit, A Simple Favor doesnt take itself too seriously; the sense that Feig and co are having fun is contagious, making for a pleasure that y .. Games Radar
2.0
The humor diffuses the mysterious suspense plot from being taken seriously. Despite comedic acting, the clashing of tones left me uncertain about how .. You Tube
4.0
The chemistry between Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in A Simple Favor made the hair on my arms stand up straight. A must see for thriller fans! You Tube
4.5
The two leads are both absolutely sinking their teeth into this... slightly bitter cocktail and doing it with a sense of relish. You Tube
4.5
Its Paul Feig vs. the airport novel. And whatever arises out of that: sometimes its funny, sometimes its tense, sometimes its a little trashy. You Tube
3.0
Perhaps if one pours a large glass of rose and surrenders completely to the ridiculousness of it all (or just focuses on Blake Livelys fantastic wardr .. Lw Lies
3.0
In the end, Kendrick, Lively, Feigs direction, and the sunny Connecticut exteriors and stunning tasteful rich interiors are diverting enough and perha .. Abc
3.0
Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively combine well in this stylish comedy thriller. It remains captivating enough despite never entirely cohering. Nz Herald
4.0
Lionsgate Where Gone Girl was cynical and often nasty, A Simple Favour is its playful cousin, as Ghostbusters and Bridesmaids director Paul Feig craft .. Digital Spy
2.0
Unfortunately, while Stephanie indulges in realising her fantasies by ascending to claim Emilys vacated home, wardrobe and dreamy author husband (Craz .. Flicks
2.5
This is a movie that gets a lot of points for trying, but it never really gels and leaves you unsure if you should be laughing, gasping or crying at a .. Stl Today
4.0
I dont know what tone Darcey Bells source novel strikes, but Jessica Sharzers adaptation plays like a meta parody and perfect send up of Gone Girl, Gi .. Stuff
4.5
Thrown in a so hip it hurts soundtrack infused with vintage pop tunes and the result is a sassy little stylish thriller thats one of the surprise deli .. Stuff
4.1
To self conscious Stephanie, Emily presents as a charming free spirit. Ar Kansas Online
3.5
Like most recent movies in this genre, Favor throws out a few too many twists as it barrels toward its conclusion, and Lively has an interminable expo .. Film Racket
3.0
It is a very enjoyable and sophisticated thriller that relies very well on the chemistry between its two protagonists.
4.0
As a thriller its a bit of a dud but as a sexy, crude, swaggering comedy (much like the 4pm martini) it really hits the spot. The Sun
4.0
Kendrick, posing as confident and surprising herself is a moment funny and empowering. Killer Movie Reviews
3.5
But its a sporadically entertaining flick that has something to say about the state of the mommy wars. The Filmy Ap
3.0
It doesnt always work, but even when it doesnt, resistance is futile. Patriot Ledger
3.1
Even when it falters a bit in its final act, Feig and his actors keep things lively and spirited throughout with snappy chemistry and biting delivery. Big Picture Big Sound
2.5
It just wants to you know its smarter than its source material, which isnt that smart a move. Film
4.0
Most modern films noir enjoy referencing movies from the past, but the offbeat A Simple Favor works because it uses hardly any of the familiar genre t .. Scmp
4.4
Lets just say theyre both harboring secrets, and theyre both capable of shocking the other.) Chicago Sun Times
3.5
A Simple Favor is more delightful than Gone Girl and just as twisted. Punch Drunk Critics
1.0
Director Paul Feig doesnt seem able to decide whether hes making a slightly outr crime comedy, a blithely twisted relationship thriller, a brightly li .. Sandiego Reader
3.5
Few films could sustain such tawdry fun for two full hours and A Simple Favor isnt one of them. Cinemix Tape
2.5
Inspired casting of Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick plus a promising first half make this Paul Feig confection worth checking out. Dead Line
3.0
It plays out best as an enjoyable dark comedy cult film that gets into a mess switching into a thriller. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.0
Your investment in the mystery will depend on your patience but thanks to a smart script and great performances from its leading ladies, A Simple Favo .. One Room With A View
4.5
With brilliant performances from Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, and Henry Golding, Paul FeigsA Simple Favor offers a excellent comedic thriller... Solzy At The Movies
4.0
Rupert Friend is brilliant as Emilys ridiculous fashion designer boss, and its a shame hes only really in two scenes. The Shiz Nit
4.4
Paul Feig is one of the few men who know how to direct women. The trio of Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, and Henry Golding is a great one. Each is enter .. Awards Circuit
3.0
With its gripping premise, likeable cast and a director in Paul Feig, A Simple Favour has much going for it. Bitly
3.0
Although the upper middle class suburban milieu is generic to the point of clich, its refreshing the way Sharzers script indulges in giggly, titillati .. Film Avclub
4.0
Deliciously set off by a soundtrack of chichi French pop songs, the film drips with deadpan hilarity. What So
3.5
Maybe thatll happen.But given the fact that the last franchise installment was eight years ago, there may be no hurry. reason
3.0
A Simple Favor may look sweet and innocent enough, but it has a bite that really gives it life and makes it well worth your time. Bowling Green Daily News
4.0
The film isnt ultimately much a satire of a narrative genre, thats just the tool it uses; mostly, its a satire of the mindset fueling that genre. Alternate Ending
4.5
A Simple Favor is a twisted black comedy that takes the latent comedy in a melodramatic murder mystery and makes it overt. Lainey Gossip
3.8
Feig, better known for straight up comedy, draws out the movies early acts deliciously, letting the actors play with their roles and creating a near H .. Seattle Times
4.5
If it isnt a solid joke, then theyre killing it on the runway and proving that they are smart, funny, talented, and two extremely beautiful ladies. The Mary Sue
4.5
It pales next to the startlingly original presence of the devastating Lively. Film Journal International ..
3.0
Paul Feigs feature houses a pristine pop aesthetic and finishes clean with a diabolical, seductive, and warped delivery. Fresh Fiction
3.0
Vamping around in ultra stylized menswear ensembles, shes almost a parody, and Lively just doesnt have the presence for this larger than life role. Seven Day Svt
4.5
As this sleuthing story slinks and snakes along a trail of gloriously unhinged developments, the truth proves slippery. Concrete Play Ground
4.0
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1.5
I expected something Gone Girl esque, a mystery to really get ones teeth into. New Republic
4.5
A super fun serpentine comedy/noir buoyed by Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively, both great. Original Cin
4.5
I want to see Feig keep doing different genres in the midst of making a solid comedy. Hes accomplished action comedy, mystery comedy. Now I want a hor .. Rendy Reviews
4.5
The two seem to remain very passionate for one another, but that doesnt stop Emily from putting him down at every turn. Third Coast Review
4.5
I dont want to spoil it for you, because I dont even know if I can. Blacknerd Problems
2.5
Feigs attempt at making A Simple Favor an engaging mystery backfires as the numerous flashbacks make the plot convoluted and silly. You can also see t .. The New Paper
4.5
As Hugh Parkfield once told Lisa Simpson, youre better than this place: youre like a flower that grow out of a pot of dirt. Trespass Mag
3.5
With A Simple Favor, Paul Feig makes merry, capitalizing on a talented cast thats game for the jaunty material. Daily Film Fix
3.0
Shes just cute cute cute and sweet all the time and doesnt have an ounce of meanness in her, ever, at any time. Theepoch Times
3.5
Suspense and comedy find an exceptional meeting point in the new film by Paul Feig.
4.5
This soapy movie rattles along at a good pace and plays like a funnier version of one of Claude Chabrols films, especially with Feigs inspired touch o .. Fw Weekly
3.8
Yet, theres always just enough of a wink apparent that the film remains highly involving throughout. Datebook Sfchronicle
3.8
Directed by hitmaker Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Spy) and written by Jessica Sharzer (working from Darcey Bells novel), A Simple Favor is outstanding for .. Film Frenzy
4.5
This film is funny and entertaining very important given that with the hindsight of about 10 minutes the movies plot slowly starts to unravel. Vue Weekly
3.5
Beneath all those cheerful Ann Taylor Loft sweater sets, Stephanie carries a few secrets. Us Magazine
4.5
Yet as the plot unfolds, theres a sense of exploitation; Stephanie starts to wonder if shes a patsy in a game she doesnt know shes playing, yet theres .. Culture
5.0
It doesnt ALWAYS make sense, but thats OK its all part of the fun.
4.5
It looks simple but isnt that the trick of all truly accomplished work. Film Ireland
3.0
A good chunk of those ideas do land their mark, except Feig doesnt care if it throws us off balance in the process. The Only Critic
2.0
The film feels more like a sugar rush. Even before the credits roll, you can feel your blood glucose levels starting to plummet. News
3.0
Motivations shift and the twists pile up as the plot takes a darker tone. Trouble is, it takes too long to get where it is going. Richard Crouse
4.5
Simple Favor never extinguishes its sparkle. Its a good natured helping of venom. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
2.0
Funny, dark edged, lurid mystery melodrama runs smoothly, plot twists arriving at regularly scheduled intervals, backed by a festive soundtrack of 60s .. Crooked Marquee
4.5
A Simple Favor is fun, innovative and a genuinely enjoyable work of cinema. Geek Girl Authority
1.5
The script never manages to effectively solve the challenge posed by any literary adaptation.
2.5
The half baked plot doesnt do the likeable stars any favors, but they do give it their best shot to make the most of the material. Screen Zealots
3.8
A Simple Favor isnt so simple at all, and thats the key to its mischievously layered pleasures. The Film File
4.0
The kids disappear from the movie when theres no good reason for that to happen. Splice Today
3.5
A deliciously, deliriously twisty tale of moms, martinis and a far out gone girl thats way more fun than youd likely ever expect. Parade
4.5
The noir mystery gets a sun dappled update in A Simple Favor, a stylish thriller with a twist (upon twist upon twist). L.A. Biz
3.1
Im not sold that A Simple Favor marks a new chapter in the careers of all involved, but its an entertaining enough adult oriented comedic thriller. The Gate
3.8
A weird exposition of americana mixed with a complex plot. Weirdly it works. .
4.5
He injects a lot of humor, but the jokes and light moments dont take away from the dark side of the plot. Movies and Shakers
4.5
The full scope of Emilys dysfunction just doesnt resonate from Livelys performance. Metro Weekly
4.4
A Simple Favor is like one of Emilys martinis: A strong kick that makes you giggle, ice cold delivery, and a twist that gives it plenty of bite. Movie Cricket
3.0
Director Paul Feig doesnt stop piling on the twists turns, with more big reveals than a z list celeb in OK! Caution Spoilers
4.5
It turns out seeing a mystery thriller through Feigs eyes is just as awesome as seeing a spy movie through one. Monsters And Critics
2.5
When A Simple Favor finally embraces its silliness, its too little and too late. Film Monthly
3.0
Thats especially difficult when its narrative is exhaustingly overloaded with plot twist after plot twist after plot twist. The Jam Report
3.5
A Simple Favor proves that when the ideas are clear and the interpretations achieved, there is no proposal that is shipwrecked in the attempts to pres ..
3.0
Its success is due in part to Feigs insistence of never taking the material so seriously & for the casting of his two intuitive leads, both of whom kn .. Worldo Free L
4.3
There are some great twists to keep the story interesting and I loved them, Im happy to report I couldnt fully piece where the mystery was taking me a .. What I Watched Tonight
1.5
Lively plays Emily with all the savory callousness of a Disney villain. The Muse Jezebel
4.3
Theres little to seek improvement from in A Simple Favor, to be quite frank. The Hollywood Outsider
4.0
Those who deride the film as trashy are completely missing the point.
4.5
He never lets the twists get telegraphed, and he also respects the audiences intelligence and doesnt try to keep fooling us long after weve read the w .. KCCI (Des Moines, IA)
3.8
If a top notch mystery bolstered by top level performances intrigues you, do yourself the simple favor of seeing this sooner rather than later. K Gun 9
2.0
A Simple Favor isnt very memorable, but at least you wont be annoyed by stereotypes or misogyny while watching it. Mediaversity Reviews
3.0
The tonal inconsistencies make it somewhat hard to watch, because youre never quite sure whats coming. Book & Film Globe
3.0
Pitch perfect performances from Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively raise the bar on this simply entertaining mystery. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
3.5
After success in comedy, Paul Feig bets on thrillers and returns with great results.
3.5
While these two ladies seem unbelievably incompatible, its nothing that an afterschool martini and kiddo playdate cant solve. High Def Digest
3.5
Even as the plot becomes convoluted sometimes to excess its still the kind of consciously ridiculous suburban satire that is going to please any audie .. Smash Cut Reviews
3.0
And then, having asked Stephanie to pick up her son one day, Emily doesnt come home. Ready Steady Cut
3.0
A glossy and classier version of Wild Things , A Simple Favour is a darkly delicious, razor sharp witted thriller. The Hollywood News
1.5
Its a Mommi murder mystery that knows exactly how ridiculous is, the whole cast in on the joke. Auto Straddle
2.0
For a while, A Simple Favor hums along with cheesy, thrillery affect, laying in questions as subplots that may or may not pay off. My States Man
4.5
Is she really Nelsons best friend Or has a girl crush curdled into something more sinister Despite all the drama, A Simple Favor isnt a movie with a w .. NBC News THINK
1.5
A Simple Favor has all the makings of a classic thriller helmed by Alfred Hitchcock or French contemporary Henri Georges Clouzot, whose Diabolique is .. The Daily Times (Tennessee ..
4.0
Henry Golding also proves that his acting career isnt ending anytime soon. The Lonely Film Critic
3.0
A Simple Favor works as a comedy and as a drama but the intersection of those two halves is choppy at best, forced at worst. Mad About Movies Podcast
4.5
A Simple Favor seduces with the photography, the costumes... and the soundtrack. Excelsior
2.5
As the mystery begins to unravel, so does the film. A tone that was already wavering gets some serious wobbles, and by the end, all of its flaws are o .. Movies 8 My Life Blog Spot ..
3.8
Overstressed women weary of being good girls can find an escape thats a little darker and more thrilling than the usual girls night fare with A Simple .. News Ok
4.3
Its a fun little mystery story that doesnt take itself too seriously and features two knockout performances by its leading ladies.
4.0
Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick) is an endearing, sunny natured sparkling vloggerv, who happily wears novelty socks. Times of Malta
4.4
For Lively, this is her Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct moment: She stomps through the film like a femme fatale warrior so gorgeous and mysterious and .. Baltimore Magazine
4.0
But this time, Emily doesnt come waltzing back in to pour herself another drink: her body has been fished out of a lake several hundred miles away. The Lamplight Review
1.5
The very best thing about it is its ability to harness the worst qualities of its two lead actresses to dizzyingly good effect. Stabroek News
4.0
Mystery loves the company of Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively in Paul Feigs head spinning, twisty turvy tale of fremily intrigue. Equal Film International
5.0
Alfred Hitchcock would have loved it. Duplicitous characters caught up in a twisted plot. A superb performance from Blake Lively. Do yourself a simple .. Kxl
2.0
A Simple Favor is problematically uneven because the lampooning humor dulls its thriller edge and source. Every Movie Hasalesson
4.5
But at least hes got that marvelous performance from Lively anchoring it all.
4.0
A Simple Favor is filmed with a ton of style and panache and while Im not sure all the plot devices hold up to deep scrutiny it is an enjoyable whodun .. rachelsreviews.net
4.5
goes down super easy. There is plenty of craft to examine and admire if you dig deep. It has great energy, it is often genuinely funny, and both Livel .. Comicsverse
3.0
A Simple Favor is a semi precious gem of a film, the sort of stylish, grownup mystery thats somewhat out of fashion in Hollywood these days.
4.5
And then theres Lively defiantly slinking on screen with the fatal poise of a Hitchcock blonde, strutting in absolute glee as the icy Emily. Brisbanista
4.0
Youre never quite sure exactly whats going on, whether you can 100% trust whatever youve just witnessed and even what the characters are saying. The National
4.5
A Simple Favor is consistently entertaining through its compelling performances, fun tone, and intriguing story. Hypable
4.5
Only one problem, Emily never returns home and shes gone missing.
3.0
The movie works best when it becomes this Nancy Drew mystery. Twists and turns a plenty as a way of showing its elevated tone.
3.0
The film ramps up its safe premise with relentless entertainment that deserves some kind of late night secret screening, bravely packing a punch witho .. Culture Whisper
4.5
And yet theres an indefatigable charm to Feigs direction that keeps things upbeat, even when the story starts taking some very dark turns. Miamiartzine
3.5
Its a helluva ride with more laughs than anticipated and a self awareness thats necessary to buy into the circus. Buffalovibe
3.0
But then, theres a reason Kendricks memoir is called Scrappy Little Nobody. A Reel of One's Own
1.5
In a film that stars two very likeable actresses, this disconnect is hard to rectify. Film Bunker
4.5
Feigs done some great work before, but hes really only made comedies, and this well, this isnt a comedy. KMUW - Wichita Public Radi ..
4.5
Anna Kendrick shines as a young mom coming into her own sense of self and power in this quirky mashup of film noir and comedy.
4.0
Feig and Sharzers adaptation of Darcey Bells novel remains consistently unique in tone and entertainment value. Ff2 Media
4.5
Blake Lively finally achieves the status of actress with a delicious role seemingly written for her. Bravo. Films In Review
4.0
And theres Henry Golding again, so soon after his charismatic acting debut in the rom com Crazy Rich Asians. The AU Review
4.5
In short, theres nothing too fancy going on here (apart from Livelys wardrobe), just some actors killing it in a bright and cheery noir. Review Film Review
2.5
The start of the film is the best that Feig has directed in his career. Ernestodiez Martinez
3.0
Its certainly not a disaster (...), but its not an excellent thriller either. Nevertheless, its competent enough to entertain any kind of audience.
3.8
In the sharp elbowed arena of competitive mommying, no one is safe, an idea that A Simple Favor examines over arched eyebrows and mixed drinks, with m .. Philly
3.0
Spy doesnt really spoof Mission: Impossible or James Bond adventures, and The Heat doesnt kid around with buddy cop conventions; they both just send t .. Nylon
3.0
But overall, A Simple Favour isnt as suspenseful, funny or affective as it variously wants to be. The Express Tribune (Pakis ..
3.0
Though messy at times, with some hit or miss humor, the core cast is so engaging and the mystery is just compelling enough that the offbeat tone works ..
4.5
Though this film boasts great acting all around, its buoyed by Blake and Anna. Hannahhoolihan
3.5
The film overall is most pleasing when it continues to defy expectation. Charlotte Sometimes Goes t ..
4.5
Director Feig is not a cynical fellow; for all the deviousness at play in the final act, theres flippancy in his gallows humor. Filmnoir Foundation
3.5
is twisted and raunchy, as all high budget Lifetime movies should be.
3.0
Henry Golding is more convincing in this movie than in Crazy Rich Asians, I guess in part because he plays a fairly superficial character here, so I d .. MovieBabble
1.5
Save your popcorn money unless youre in need of a giggle and into a whole new genre of thriller comedy. Liquid Marmalade
4.5
I will go to my grave screaming about how great (and criminally underrated) A Simple Favor is. them.



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