Another Simple Favour (2025) Movie Review

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Another Simple Favour – Movie Review

First Reaction – Another Simple Favour tries to capture the same magic.

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Director: Paul Feig

Writer: Jessica Sharzer, Laeta Kalogridis (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect)
  • Blake Lively (Green Lantern)
  • Allison Janney (The Creator)
  • Joshua Satine (Hunters)
  • Henry Golding (Last Christmas)

Storyline: Stephanie Smothers and Emily Nelson meet up once more on the picturesque Italian island of Capri, this time for Emily’s lavish wedding to an affluent Italian entrepreneur. However, their reunion is disrupted by a shocking murder and deceit.

Runtime: 2 Hours  

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Another Simple Favor continues with Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick), who’s built a new life following certain events, receiving an invitation. Emily Nelson (Lively), fresh out of prison, requests Stephanie to stand as her Maid of Honor for her upcoming Italian wedding.

In my perspective as a cinephile, the plot thickens when the former spouse of Emily’s character, Sean (portrayed by Golding), meets an enigmatic end. Intrigued by this puzzling demise, the protagonist, Stephanie, embarks on a risky journey that intertwines her life with Emily’s new circle.

Verdict on Another Simple Favour

Recap

The film narrates the story of Emily, fresh out of prison, who rekindles her relationship with Stephanie. Emily insists on making Stephanie her bridesmaid for an extravagant Italian wedding. But an unexpected demise triggers another power struggle.

Best Parts

The film presents a fresh enigma for us to unravel, accompanied by an awkward tension between the protagonists. It explores the disturbing concept of wealth being gained from misfortune. Anna Kendrick brings delight to the movie with a part that seems tailor-made for her unique acting abilities.

Worst Parts

The movie strives excessively to add an unexpected turn, but it comes across as contrived instead. Regrettably, it fails to deliver on this promise or provide any indication of this development in the earlier movie.

Final Thoughts –Another Simple Favour is saved by Anna Kendrick’s quirky performance.

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2025-07-26 14:38