Cameron Diaz might be in the star of the film, but the drawing power of this movie is Leslie Mann. She shines as the neurotic housewife who learns, unbeknownst to both of them, that Diaz has been sleeping with her husband.
Mann clings to Diaz because she is the only one that knows about the affair and she needs someone to talk to. As their friendship blossoms they learn of another girl, Kate Upton, and bring her into the fold. Together these three women plan revenge against the cheating husband.
The actual plot of the film is a little thin. It holds well until the ending that presents an "Okay" climax. It wasn't unsatisfying, it just could have been better. Especially considering there were several opportunities presented that could have added a bit more tension to the end. Instead they go an easy way out and keep to simple laughs.
Diaz and Mann are hilarious together as they tackle the problems of cheaters, new romance, and a giant dog named, "Thunder."
3/5 stars
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