Mortal Thoughts

Two best friends, Joyce and Cynthia, run a hair salon together. Joyce is trapped in an abusive marriage with James, who controls her finances and emotionally torments her. After a particularly violent argument, Joyce snaps and kills James, with Cynthia's hesitant assistance in disposing of the body. Detective Elliot surveys the scene, suspicious of their story and the circumstances surrounding James's demise.

Mortal Thoughts received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actresses and the tense atmosphere, but some found the plot convoluted and the ending unsatisfying.

• Praise for the strong performances of Demi Moore and Glenne Headly, who effectively convey the complex emotional states of their characters.

• Appreciation for the film's suspenseful atmosphere and dark tone, which successfully builds tension.

• Criticism for a convoluted plot that becomes less believable as it progresses, and a somewhat predictable resolution.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be a decent thriller, with many highlighting the chemistry and performances of the lead actresses. Some viewers felt the plot became too complicated, while others appreciated the suspenseful nature of the story.

The film was originally intended to be directed by Sam Raimi, who had previously worked with Bruce Willis on the 'Evil Dead' series.