Fair Play
Fair Play

Movie spotlight

Fair Play

2022
Movie
95 min
English

Inspired by Eve Rodsky's NYT bestselling book, the documentary FAIR PLAY takes a deep look at domestic inequity. By making the invisible care work historically held by women visible, FAIR PLAY inspires a more equitable future for all.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users71%
Director: Chloe DomontGenres: Thriller, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A relationship between two ambitious analysts at a cutthroat hedge fund begins to unravel when an unexpected promotion throws their careers and personal lives into turmoil. As they navigate the competitive and secretive world of finance, their love is tested by ambition, power, and betrayal. The film explores the corrosive effects of corporate culture on personal relationships and the lengths to which people will go for success.

Critical Reception

Fair Play received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and timely exploration of gender dynamics in the workplace. While some critics found the plot occasionally predictable, the overall consensus was that it was a compelling and well-executed thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut thriller elements and exploration of workplace power dynamics.

  • Alden Ehrenreich and Phoebe Dynevor deliver strong, compelling performances.

  • The film's depiction of ambition and its consequences is effectively portrayed.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a gripping and suspenseful watch, with many highlighting the strong chemistry between the lead actors and the intense portrayal of the pressures within the financial industry. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by director Chloe Domont's own experiences and observations of the finance world during her time working on the TV show 'Billions'.

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