No Hard Feelings
On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.
Critics Sentiment
Maddie and Percy go skinny dipping and she attacks teenagers who steal their clothes
Percy crashes the Buick into a tree and reveals he knows about the deal before ending their relationship
The film drops sharply from the peak beach comedy sequence to the formulaic dramatic confrontation in the third act, losing much of its unique comedic edge
No Hard Feelings starts as a raunchy comedy that reviewers found surprisingly entertaining, anchored by Jennifer Lawrence's committed physical performance and the absurd beach sequence that became the film's comedic highlight. However, critics consistently noted the film loses its edge as it transitions into conventional romantic comedy territory in the second act, culminating in predictable dramatic beats that many found less engaging than the earlier material.
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Jennifer Lawrence
Maddie Barker
Andrew Barth Feldman
Percy Becker
Laura Benanti
Allison Becker
Natalie Morales
Sara
Matthew Broderick
Laird Becker
Scott MacArthur
Jim
Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Gary
Kyle Mooney
Jody
Hasan Minhaj
Doug Khan
Jordan Mendoza
Crispin
Amalia Yoo
Natalie
Alysia Joy Powell
Fern
Quincy Dunn-Baker
Travis
Matthew Noszka
Hot Guy from Bar
Zahn McClarnon
Gabe Sawyer, Surfing Lawyer
Madison Odenborg
Melanie
Achi Miller
Teen
Christian Galvis
Gorgeous Italian Guy
Matt Walton
Irate Bar Customer
Christina Catechis
Waitress (Townie Bar)
Crew
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