Splitsville

While a little uneven in spots, Splitsville made me laugh harder in the theater than I have in quite some time. The farcical romantic comedy centers around Carey (Kyle Marvin) who, after the unexpected break-up with his wife Ashley (Adria Arjona), literally runs away to take up refuge with his best friend Paul (Michael Angelo Covino who also co-wrote the screenplay and directs) and Julie (Dakota Johnson). Learning the pair have an open relationship causes Carey to reevaluate his life, and his choice to sleep with Julie creates consequences for all involved.

A film about the kind of adolescent friendship that hasn't changed much over time, highlighted by one hell of a fight, and struggling to find and keep love by whatever means necessary (even bonding with your wife's lovers), Splitsville hits more than it misses delivering a couple of crazy comedic moments before the story ultimately winds down into a new normal for all involved. At its best Splitsville is insane, but the kind of insanity you can't help but smile at and cheer for.

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• Title: Splitsville
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