Something Borrowed
Though Rachel is a successful attorney and a loyal, generous friend, she is still single. After one drink too many at her 30th-birthday celebration, Rachel unexpectedly falls into bed with her longtime crush, Dex -- who happens to be engaged to her best friend, Darcy. Ramifications of the liaison threaten to destroy the women's lifelong friendship, while Ethan, Rachel's confidant, harbors a potentially explosive secret of his own.
Critics Sentiment
Darcy discovers Dex and Rachel together leading to their explosive fight
Dex's father tells him his wants matter less than doing right
The film's biggest swing occurs between Dex's father's disappointing advice and the emotionally satisfying confrontation scene where Kate Hudson delivers her best performance.
Something Borrowed divides audiences with its morally complex premise of best friend betrayal, anchored by Ginnifer Goodwin's charming performance and John Krasinski's scene-stealing comic relief. The film struggles with likability issues and a bland male lead, but finds its footing in Kate Hudson's strong dramatic moments and the realistic portrayal of messy relationships. Critics appreciated the emotional authenticity while questioning the moral implications of the characters' choices.
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Ginnifer Goodwin
Rachel
Kate Hudson
Darcy
Colin Egglesfield
Dex
John Krasinski
Ethan
Steve Howey
Marcus
Ashley Williams
Claire
Geoff Pierson
Dexter Thaler Sr.
Jill Eikenberry
Bridget Thaler
Jonathan Epstein
Professor Zigman
Leia Thompson
Bridal Consultant
Sarah Baldwin
June
Mark LaMura
Marcus's Dad
Lindsay Ryan
Salesgirl
Kirsten Day
Pretty Brunette
Christopher Peuler
Husband
Herb Lieberz
Cabbie #1
Jimmy Palumbo
Cabbie #2
Mary O'Rourke
Fallen Angel
Marina Hirschfeld
Club Girl
Tim Dunavant
Bartender
Crew
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