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Happy Ending
Yeong-joon who loves a mysterious woman named Seo-ra succeeds to change the past by visiting a woman with mysterious powers. However, she is now married to a loan shark named Cheol-jae in the changed past. Cheol-jae lives in captivity under Seo-ra and plans a new love and life, while Yeong-jun agonizes over Seo-ra's happiness. The fate of these men and woman who have changed their pasts, unfolds.
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Plot Summary
A star-studded ensemble cast is embroiled in a whodunit mystery after the patriarch of an eccentric, wealthy family dies under suspicious circumstances. A debonair detective is brought in to investigate the secrets and lies that threaten to unravel the family's reputation.
Critical Reception
The film was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its witty script, intricate plot, and outstanding performances. Critics praised Rian Johnson's clever subversion of classic murder mystery tropes and the film's stylish direction.
What Reviewers Say
Sharp, funny, and delightfully twisty mystery.
An all-star cast elevates a clever script with strong performances.
A satisfying and stylish modern take on the whodunit genre.
Google audience: Audiences loved the film's engaging mystery, clever humor, and the performances of the lead actors, particularly Daniel Craig and Ana de Armas. Many found it to be a highly rewatchable and entertaining film.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards. Received nominations for Golden Globe Awards, Critics' Choice Movie Awards, and BAFTA Awards.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive Thrombey mansion, which served as the primary setting, was a meticulously designed set built from scratch by the production design team.
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