Studly and I went to see “Gone Girl” this past weekend. I’d read the novel, and told Studly I really had no interest in seeing the film, but a couple of his golf buddies said it was really good. So, golf buddies’ opinions trumped wife’s opinion and off we went. I’ll try to avoid any spoilers here.
First off, Ben Affleck is nearly perfect in his role as the husband/suspect. In fact, the entire cast was dead on. My problem is that the movie sticks quite nicely to the novel, which is to say that once it was all done, I was left feeling really, deeply pissed off. I kept trying to gauge Studly’s reaction throughout the movie, but he was inscrutable. He laughed when appropriate and cringed when it was called for, as did I.
I kept hoping that the film would have a different ending than the book, but I guess I was one of the few who found it unsatisfying. When all was said and done, Studly turned to me and said, and I quote, “What the hell?! Yep. That’s what makes us soul mates.
Peace, People!
Praying for Eyebrowz 
love it when that happens
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Me too!
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I think the ending is supposed to piss you off. I know I was and all my friends who read it were also equally pissed. It’s so twisted! Which is why I still love it even if there isn’t any resolution.
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It’s like life. I guess that when I read and/or go to a movie I don’t want life. I want an ending. It doesn’t have to be happy ever after, but a satisfying conclusion. She tells a good tale, that’s for sure!
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Pissed me off too! It’s like you go through this journey and then…thpppppt! That’s how it ends? Ridiculous. I’m not watching the movie just because of that. Thanks for the heads up cause I too hoped the movie had a different ending. If you haven’t read This is Where I Leave You, read that and then go see the movie. Both were pretty good.
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Glad to know I wasn’t the only one! I’ll read This is Where I Leave You. Thanks for the recommendation! I’m always looking for something new to read.
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