Careful What You Wish For

2016 "Wanting her was his first mistake"

Careful What You Wish For

5.6 | 1h31m | R | en | Drama

A guy gets more than he bargained for after entering into an affair with the wife of an investment banker. Soon, a suspicious death and substantial life insurance policy embroil him in a scandal.

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5.6 | 1h31m | R | en | Drama , Thriller | More Info

Released: June. 10,2016 | Released Producted By: Hyde Park Films , Troika Pictures Country: United States of America Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website:

Synopsis

A guy gets more than he bargained for after entering into an affair with the wife of an investment banker. Soon, a suspicious death and substantial life insurance policy embroil him in a scandal.

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Cast

Nick Jonas , Isabel Lucas , Dermot Mulroney

Director

Jason Bistarkey

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Hyde Park Films , Troika Pictures

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Nick Jonas

as Doug Martin

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Isabel Lucas

as Lena Harper

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Dermot Mulroney

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Reviews

leethomas-11621 Kept me intrigued until the end when a final rushed plot twist spoilt it. Nick Jonas impressed. Sheriff Sorvino does a good turn.

lavatch "Careful What You Wish For" is a fairly well-crafted thriller in the tradition of such neo-noir classics as "Body Heat." Unfortunately, the film was slow-moving, and there was not much chemistry between the two lead performers.Both Nick Jonas and Isabel Lucas were good in their roles of Doug and Lena. But the adulterous relationship that was at the heart of the film was never very credible, let alone sizzling. The Kathleen Turner-William Hurt relationship in "Body Heat" is a good barometer for the best in this style of filmmaking.The best part of this film was the ending sequence that focused on a complicated scam pulled off by the femme fatale character Lena. Paul Sorvino is good as the local cop who recognizes the innocence of Doug.But major loose ends abounded in the film, including the climactic scene in the Pines Motel. How did Doug know to go to that site for the incriminating evidence against Lena? How could Lena and her friend possibly escape from the authorities? And also, did Doug ever get to Columbia University, where had been accepted as a student? The viewer needed a better wrap-up in this average action pic.

jtindahouse I went into 'Careful What You Wish For' not really knowing what to expect. Often when thrillers cast non-actors (often musicians) in their lead roles they are trying to garner some publicity and cover up a weak script. So I was surprised to find myself genuinely enjoying it. The acting wasn't all that bad and Nick Jonas carried himself well especially. Isabel Lucas also impressed me. She has a mysteriousness about her that worked perfectly in this film. The story was patient and building, while never becoming stale or boring. It had a couple of nice twists to keep things exciting and really ticked all the boxes a thriller should.The plot has a bit of a "seen it all before" feel about it. There's no question Hollywood is lacking originality and 'Careful What You Wish For' does nothing to expel those claims. The ending (after the twist) also came up seriously lacking, showing perhaps a touch of laziness on the writer's part. Those faults aside though it really isn't a bad little watch. Don't be put off by the casting of Jonas, give it a shot and you'll be pleased you did.

daggersineyes If I could give it zero I would. I stuck with it but skipped a lot of scenes b/c they clearly weren't going to be interesting. Nick was OK but really just played the part of Nick Jonas being Nick Jonas. Isabel was appalling. But I know her from her stint on Aussie TV and she was never gonna be good. The director chose her coz she's pretty I guess but she has no acting skills and her portrayal of the "alluring" neighbour was childish and awkward at best. The story itself is pretty pathetic too other than the bits they borrowed from elsewhere. But it's cobbled together into a boys own flick that only the most dedicated Nick Jonas or Isabel Lucas fans are going to get much out of. No tension or thrills or suspense. Just a teenage boys fantasy. Might as well go watch a frat boys sexy comedy romp or something. At least it will have some kind of humour in it. Seriously don't waste your time.