All the cast are spot on, Andrew Rannells and Rupert Friend are standouts in support but it's all about the leads and they can't be faulted. Particularly well done in this regard is that between the two leads, which is the very meaning of killer whether in the witty sparring or adorably bonding, an unlikely one that works wonders. The characters are fun and the chemistry natural. The pace is not dull for much of the film. There is plenty of tension and a surprisingly dark tone to the thriller/mystery elements that blends with the sometimes subtly perky sometimes deliciously farcical comedy deftly instead of jarring. The story is compelling throughout with some very surprising twists that don't confuse or lack credulity, it is not a simple story while not being convoluted on the most part. There are funny moments and others that bite the nails. Feig does very well directing a type of film atypical for him, while the script balances the comedy and thriller/mystery elements with smart aplomb. However, it is very stylishly shot with very elegant production design that matches the subtle comedy and dark tension in the thriller elements very well. Further unravelled by a very far-fetched and less-than-probable ending, with the credibility strained to breaking point. It does start to drag at this point and then feels over-stuffed and muddled. 'A Simple Favour's' final act/third is sadly a let down. Not perfect by all means, but definitely a film well worth watching with secrets that intrigue and are worth uncovering. Everything that 'A Simple Favour' was seen for don't disappoint and it is an example of a film that didn't waste its potential at all thankfully, having seen so many potential wastes recently that was refreshing, and even exceeds it. It is far from a simple film and that is to its credit, without being confused. Luckily, 'A Simple Favour' lived up to high expectations.

It was interesting to see Paul Feig do something different to his comedy films and adopt a change of pace (something that has been very variable in film) and the cast intrigued. Heard a lot of good things about 'A Simple Favour', love mystery/crime films, love a lot of comedy, there are examples of great films that mix both very well and really loved the idea.

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