First Comes Love, Then Comes Murder
First Comes Love, Then Comes Murder

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First Comes Love, Then Comes Murder

2023
Movie
90 min
English

Despite initially starting out in wedded bliss, devoted wife Candice and her manipulative husband, Ken, end up at odds, so much so that he hires a hitman to kill her and their unborn child. Candice finds herself embroiled in the fight of her life.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Alexandria DeNeveGenres: Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A woman desperately tries to reconnect with her estranged daughter while navigating a new relationship. However, her past secrets and the suspicious death of her ex-husband threaten to unravel her life and expose a dangerous truth. As she delves deeper, she realizes that the man she trusts may be closer to the murder than she ever imagined.

Critical Reception

This made-for-television thriller received a mixed to negative reception, with critics and audiences largely citing predictable plot points and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the decent pacing for a made-for-TV movie, the overall consensus pointed to a formulaic execution of common thriller tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard, by-the-numbers thriller with few surprises.

  • The performances are adequate, but can't overcome a predictable script.

  • Lacks the tension and originality expected from a murder mystery.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but initial reactions suggest it's seen as a typical, forgettable made-for-TV movie. Some viewers found it mildly entertaining for a casual watch, while others felt it was too predictable and lacked depth.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Vancouver, British Columbia, a popular filming location for many television movies and series.

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