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Too Good to Be True
An ex-cop with a desperate vengeance. a handsome stranger with a deadly past. It all seemed too good to be true. Hallie quit the police force after her partner and lover was killed in a bust that went horribly wrong. She's lonely, but she is not looking for his replacement until she meets Jack and he turns her life upside down. For the first time in three years she has found somebody she can trust... and love. That is until she sees him with another woman, and another, and another who turns up dead. Despite her absence from the force, Hallie starts an investigation of her own as she hunts Jack down... with a vengeance.
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Plot Summary
A struggling writer, haunted by writer's block and debt, finds himself in an unlikely situation when he's tasked with ghostwriting a biography for a famous, but reclusive, movie star. As he delves into her life, he begins to uncover secrets and develop feelings that blur the lines between his professional and personal life.
Critical Reception
While not a major critical success, 'Too Good to Be True' was generally seen as a lighthearted romantic comedy that provided some entertainment. Critics noted its predictable plot but found the chemistry between the leads to be a redeeming factor.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers a familiar romantic comedy formula.
The lead actors provide a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, on-screen presence.
Its plot is easily decipherable, offering few surprises.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Too Good to Be True' are scarce, with no specific trends regarding likes or dislikes readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was ultimately released direct-to-video in some regions.
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