Intolerable

Miles Massey, a famous Beverly Hills divorce lawyer, has never lost a case and prides himself on his foolproof prenuptial agreements. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Marilyn Rex, a beautiful and cunning woman determined to outsmart him. Their ensuing legal and romantic battle leads to a series of hilarious and manipulative schemes as they try to gain the upper hand in their complex entanglement.

Intolerable Cruelty received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish direction and the chemistry between its leads, George Clooney and Catherine Zeta-Jones. However, some critics found the film to be a departure from the Coen brothers' typical darker or more eccentric fare, deeming it a bit too conventional and lacking their signature wit and bite.

• Praised for its sophisticated direction and the charismatic performances of its leads.

• Appreciated for its witty dialogue and sharp exploration of marital law.

• Some found it to be a bit too mainstream for the Coen brothers, lacking their usual edge.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's humor and the enjoyable chemistry between Clooney and Zeta-Jones, with many appreciating the clever plot and slick presentation. Some viewers noted that while entertaining, it didn't quite reach the heights of other Coen Brothers' films.

None notable.

The film's screenplay was originally written by Robert Ramsey and Matthew Stone, with a rewrite by John Herman Shaner, and was initially intended for director Barry Sonnenfeld before the Coen brothers took over.