Intolerable Cruelty
“Engage the enemy.”
ComedyRomance
A revenge-seeking gold digger marries a womanizing Beverly Hills lawyer with the intention of making a killing in the divorce.
VIBE
This is a slick, cynical romp through the absurdities of love and law. Expect a propulsive, witty battle of wills, drenched in sharp dialogue and a glossy, neo-screwball style. It's a sophisticated dark comedy that feels both classic and cutting, perfect for those who enjoy their romance with a side of ruthless satire.
wittycynicalsophisticatedfarcicalsharpplayfulpropulsiveneo-screwball comedysharp dialoguestylized performancesdark humorglossy aestheticmarriage as a transactionbattle of the sexesgreedlegal maneuveringromantic cynicism
infidelitycaliforniaassassincourthitmanfetishdark comedysatireromcomtycoonlawyerinheritancedivorcescrewball comedygold diggercomedy of remarriage
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