Two CIA operatives, FDR Foster (Chris Pine) and Tuck (Tom Hardy) are partners and close friends who, after a failed operation, have some time on their hands. They both start dating, only to discover they are both dating the same girl (Reese Witherspoon). And although they try to stay friends, both are determined to win her over, by any means necessary. Even if that means putting half the CIA to work spying on her and working against the other.
This was a good rom com film, fairly enjoyable, but flawed in some important ways. Probably the biggest flaw is that, even though the story is supposed to make it hard to tell who Witherspoon is going to pick, the structure of the film sort of gives it away (trying not to spoiler, but it is something to consider). Other than that, it is just as I said - 'good', not great. The story is entertaining, it is an interesting take of the rom com, but it isn't given anything special. The cinematography and editing are both pretty basic, it does nothing exciting or interesting. The cast are the same, nothing outstanding from a core of all stars, although Witherspoons friend (Chelsea Handler) is probably the most interesting because all her lines were improvised, which led to some of the more interesting moments to watch. The action scenes are over far to quickly, and only half the comedy scenes are really funny, earning at least a dry chuckle.
This Means War, should probably be This means Snore, for all the excitement you get out of the film. A fun couple of hours of background noise.
