Verity Adaptation Draws Mixed Reviews

Michael Showalter’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s “Verity,” starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett, drew mixed reviews for its erotic-thriller plot and blend of suspense and comedy.

El Pais

Verity. The Shadow of a Deception: trashy erotic thriller to watch on a plane

Director Michael Showalter brings Colleen Hoover's novel to the screen in a suspenseful tale that ends up becoming unintended comedy.

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The Sidney Morning Herald

Verity may be the perfect film for these post-truth times

The latest movie adapted from a Colleen Hoover novel is an enjoyable, if slightly ridiculous, thriller in which the truth is elusive.

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Der Standard

In "Verity" Anne Hathaway nearly kisses Dakota Johnson – but not quite

The erotic thriller, which alongside the brunette stars also gives Josh Hartnett a comeback as a dangerous treat, takes a few too many narrative turns.

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Verity Adaptation Draws Mixed Reviews

Verity. The Shadow of a Deception: trashy erotic thriller to watch on a plane

Verity may be the perfect film for these post-truth times

In "Verity" Anne Hathaway nearly kisses Dakota Johnson – but not quite

Add to Home Screen

News, ranked by scholars

Verity Adaptation Draws Mixed Reviews

Verity. The Shadow of a Deception: trashy erotic thriller to watch on a plane

Verity may be the perfect film for these post-truth times

In "Verity" Anne Hathaway nearly kisses Dakota Johnson – but not quite

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