Lights. Camera. Deception. The posters for Another Simple Favor dropped, and they're dripping with la dolce vita vibes—think Capri sunsets, citrus blooms, and dresses that scream “I'm too rich for this drama.” But here's the kicker: they're not just selling a movie. They're selling a lie.
Anna Kendrick's poster has her in a floral frock, standing against a backdrop of turquoise waves and rocky cliffs. Blake Lively's got a wide-brimmed hat, a white blouse, and a smirk that says, “I know something you don't.” Both scream glamour, but the tagline—“Love, Lies and La Dolce Vita”—hints at the rot beneath the sheen. These posters aren't just art. They're a warning. Like a Instagram filter on a toxic relationship—pretty until you swipe left.
Let's break it down. The first A Simple Favor (2018) was a sleeper hit, grossing $97 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, per Box Office Mojo. It thrived on Kendrick and Lively's chemistry—Stephanie's neurotic charm clashing with Emily's icy cunning. The sequel, set for Prime Video on May 1st, doubles down on that dynamic, but the posters suggest a shift. Capri's beauty isn't just a setting—it's a character. A seductive one. The kind that lures you in, then slips a knife in your back while you're sipping limoncello.
Historically, movie posters have been a game of bait-and-switch. Take The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)—its posters promised sun-soaked Italian romance, but the film delivered betrayal and murder. Another Simple Favor is playing the same game. The citrus branches framing Kendrick? They're not just decor—they're a nod to the sour secrets in the plot. Lively's hat? It's less fashion, more armor. Paul Feig, the director behind both films, knows how to weaponize aesthetics. In a 2018 interview with Variety, he said, “I love taking the glossy and making it dangerous.” These posters are his calling card.
But here's where it gets messy—teh glamour might be too much. JoBlo's Chris Bumbray gave the sequel a 6/10, calling it “watchable” but “not a patch on the original.” If the film leans too hard into its postcard-perfect vibe, it risks losing the bite that made the first one work. The posters are a promise—murder, betrayal, twists. If the movie can't deliver, fans will feel like they RSVP'd to a wedding and got served divorce papers.
So, what's the verdict? These posters are a masterclass in seduction—but they're also a gamble. Will you fall for the glitz, or see through the lies? Watch Another Simple Favor on May 1st and tell me—did the posters spoil the twist, or did they just set the stage? Drop your thoughts below. I'm dying to know.
