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Damaged Goods
New lovers Monique and Alex are moving in together. When Alex goes out drinking with the boys for one last night, he proudly shows them a cell phone pic of his new love. One friend goes silent, and Alex realizes that he and Monique had been sexually involved in the past! This ensues one pig's tale after another...all leading to the realization that each man's girl has been with each man's buddy at one time or another. You'll watch in horror and humor as all the stories intertwine in this tale of nasty sex in random places, with not so random people. Moral of the story: your girlfriend has a past...so just get past it already!
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Eva, discovers her birth mother's diary, revealing a dark family secret and a potentially dangerous legacy. As she delves deeper into the past, she finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation, forcing her to confront her true identity and the consequences of her family's actions. The film follows Eva's journey as she seeks answers and navigates the treacherous path toward uncovering the truth.
Critical Reception
Damaged Goods received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the potential of the thriller elements, the execution was largely deemed uninspired. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a suspenseful narrative, while others found it to be a generic and forgettable thriller.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable storyline and a lack of genuine suspense.
Character development is minimal, making it difficult for viewers to connect with the protagonist's plight.
Despite a few promising moments, the overall execution fails to deliver a compelling thriller.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Damaged Goods (2008)' is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize their specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Katharine McPhee, known for her music career and role in 'Smash,' made her feature film debut in 'Damaged Goods.'
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