Honey Don't (2025)

 

Finally got to see this the other night nd I was not diappointed. It is on Netflix and I myself am a Cohen brothers fan, but this is directed by Ethan Coen & it is written by Ethan & Trica Cooke Mr. Coen's wife who has been an a editor of several Coen brother films herself.  I expected something else, and was plesently surprised at how the story evolved.  With a great cast starring Margret Qually, Aubrey Plaza, & Chris Evans just to name a few the film sails by for its 90 minutes.

I liked the film, but it was not what I had thought it would be about.  A who done it I thought, but no it isn't.  Its more about Honey & what makes her tick.  There is a very erotic scene in the film web which I won't describe or tell you about, but I will say its done tastefully and very much forwards the plot.  I rate it up there with the scene in the 1996 movie "Bound" between Gina Gershon & Jennifer Tilly.

To say that the filmmakers leave the audience satisfied would be correct, but along with a smirk and a wink I'd have to say.  The performances from all the actors are stellar even the ones that don't have a lot of screen time.  The film does not announce its conclusion it just happens, which is a credit to the screenwriters Ethan Coen & Tricia Cooke.  See if you like it.  Its a quiet gem that came & went, but certainly worth a look. 



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