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This really isn't a mystery. It is more of a portrait of two people and the messed up games they play. It's so much better than gone girl. I can't believe that movie rated so much higher than this one. This one is much more realistic and interesting.

I have been wanting to watch this movie for quite some time but had been waiting to read the book first . This evening I noticed that the movie was available on Prime and decided to go ahead and watch it. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it so I paused the movie and read the synopsis on Wikipedia. On that same page it also described the bad reviews and weak box office the movie generated. But based on the synopsis, even with the spoilers, I decided to watch the movie and was not disappointed. There are a lot of time jumps and intercut memories, but they were all done very well. I think anyone could watch this movie without referring to the Wikipedia page first. All of the acting was top notch and the visuals and sets exemplary of the money that was spent making this movie. It's unfortunate that this movie did not do well in theaters as it is definitely worth seeing and stands on its own. And I am more motivated to read the book now.

While the storyline is kind of flimsy and sexist, the movie never tries to insinuate that it is trying to do something serious. So it's not as if they are trying to pull a fast one. All of the sets and styling, from the opening party, to the private homes and offices of the characters are aesthetically stunning and covetous to look at. It's a cute and silly bromance and romance. And the stunts are amazing. McG does not disappoint. Reese has never been more attractive. Good chemistry between the guys as well as with Reese. I think they all did the movie because it was probably a lot of fun.