The Other Woman (2014) Director: Nick Cassavetes One cannot help but compare this movie to 'Madu Tiga' (1964), one of P. Ramlee's classics. Both are comedies and hover on the topic of polyamory. The crux of the story is how the aggrieved parties learn about each other's existence. They meet up and go full-throttle to avenge the philandering Romeo. The climax is seeing Romeo fall flat on his face, down and out. Sweet revenge is having Romeo squirm in helplessness. Unfortunately, the comparison ends there. This film is a perfect example of how big names (of directors and stars) mean nothing if the story is not fresh and the plot has many holes. No amount of flashy displays of flesh and senseless giggling labelled female bonding will change viewers' perception of what entertainment is. Even a mighty name like Nick Cassavetes for the director, who carries the aura of his famous director father, John Cassavetes, can save the day. The two 'Other Women' conspire ...
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