Crossed Lines

A lonely, overworked talk-radio host discovers that one of her callers, a lonely, overworked businessman, is having an affair with her married best friend. As she grapples with the moral implications and the potential fallout, she finds herself increasingly drawn into the lives of both individuals.

Crossed Lines received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of its star-studded cast, particularly Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks. However, many critics found the film's plot to be predictable and its emotional beats to be somewhat unearned, leading to a lukewarm reception overall.

• The film's ensemble cast delivers strong performances, elevating the material.
• Critics noted a lack of originality and a formulaic approach to its themes.
• The emotional depth intended by the narrative often falls short for many reviewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent, albeit unremarkable, romantic drama, appreciating the chemistry between the leads but wishing for a more engaging plot.

The film's original title was 'Charlie Wilson's War,' but it was changed due to its similarity to the Tom Hanks film of the same name.