Although “People Like Us” is a well-crafted film with stellar performances by Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks, the producers are misleading filmgoers with a “trailer” that misrepresents the storyline.
In a preview clip, images give the impression that there is a “romance” between the two lead characters pictured.
Nothing could be farther from the truth!
While “People Like Us” (which also stars Michelle Pfeiffer who's married to David E. Kelley) may be a “feel good” film when the rose-colored-glasses fairy-tale ending brings the curtain down (go figure!) there are quite a few bumps – even a bit of violence – along the way.
Fo example, in one scene - when Pine’s character reveals the awful “truth” - it triggers a knock ‘em down drag-out fight which hardly warms the heart, folks!
In another scene, out-of-the-blue, Michelle Pfeiffer’s character slaps her son viciously in the face.
And, it’s never explained, as to why.
Filmgoers have to figure it out for themselves, I guess.
Personally, I am appalled that the producers would manipulate the screen images in the way that they have, given the scripted material.
They obviously did so for two reason.
One, to lure film fans into the theatre, under a false pretense.
And, two, to ensure that when the truth is revealed it will have a greater impact on the unsuspecting audience.
This is not a light romance, folks.
It is a serious drama, about important issues, so be forewarned.
If you’re looking for a lighthearted romance – especially between the two leads promoted in the trailer – look elsewhere, eh?
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