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The List
Christopher Cowin is in his mid 30s, a family man who owns a small advertising agency. A court case he had recently lost has shown him the rich and powerful always win! That is why Christopher creates the website THE LIST. On this site, users can label corrupt individuals in public life and award them points as to how much of a menace they are. The result is a list of politicians, CEOs and bankers. The website quickly becomes a worldwide success but suddenly, whoever is number one on THE LIST appears murdered and public opinion starts to turn against Christopher.
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Plot Summary
A single woman discovers a list her deceased grandmother made, detailing the men she dated and a rating for each. She decides to investigate these men, hoping to find some insight into her family's romantic past and perhaps her own future.
Critical Reception
The List received a lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its premise interesting but ultimately underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, with some appreciating the nostalgic feel and performances, while others found the story to be predictable and lacking depth.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles to live up to its intriguing premise, resulting in a predictable narrative.
Performances, particularly from the supporting cast, offer some moments of charm.
Lacks the emotional depth and comedic punch to be truly memorable.
Google audience: Google users expressed disappointment with the film's slow pacing and lack of engaging plot development. While some appreciated the familiar faces and lighthearted tone, many felt it failed to deliver a satisfying resolution or compelling character arcs.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television series before being adapted into a movie.
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