Trust the Man

A look at the complex relationships and romantic entanglements of two sets of parents in New York City. Rebecca, a career-driven advertising executive, is having an affair with her married boss, Tom. Meanwhile, her younger sister, Elaine, is struggling with her own relationship, and her husband, Jake, is considering a career change. The film explores their personal and professional lives as they navigate love, commitment, and fidelity.

Trust the Man received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the performances of its talented cast, particularly Julianne Moore and David Duchovny, many found the film's plot to be meandering and the characters to be unsympathetic or underdeveloped. The screenplay was often cited as being too predictable and lacking in genuine emotional depth.

• Praiseworthy performances from the lead actors.

• The narrative struggles to find a consistent tone or compelling direction.

• Fails to deliver a satisfying or insightful exploration of relationships.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided reception, with some appreciating the adult themes and the performances of the main cast. However, a significant portion of viewers found the storyline to be slow-paced and the characters' motivations difficult to connect with, leading to a lack of overall engagement.

The film reunites Julianne Moore and Billy Crudup, who previously starred together in Cameron Crowe's 2000 film 'Almost Famous'.