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The Roses 2025

The Roses is a 2025 satirical black comedy directed by Jay Roach, with a screenplay by Tony McNamara. It’s a contemporary retelling of the 1989 film The War of the Roses, itself based on Warren Adler’s 1981 novel; this new version is more loosely inspired rather than a straight remake. The film was released by Searchlight Pictures on August 29, 2025, in the U.S., U.K., and India .🧭 Plot Summary Set against the pretense of domestic bliss, Ivy (Olivia Colman) is a rising culinary star, while Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch), an architect, faces a career downfall. Their marriage begins to crumble under shifting power dynamics and buried resentments. As Ivy thrives professionally, Theo struggles to redefine himself, leading to increasingly absurd and explosive marital warfare.🗣️ Critics Critics label it a dark anti-romantic comedy, full of R-rated humor and chaotic marital breakdowns that blend satire with slapstick elements. Entertainment Weekly highlights a destructive, over-the-top climax featuring polka music, crabs, foam oranges, and physical comedy—filmed over three days with careful planning. The Washington Post notes the film’s tonal tension between British wit and American broad comedy—resulting in a quirky but emotionally raw watch. RogerEbert.com suggests it tones down some of the original’s ferocity for broader likability, though still maintains a biting undercurrent. General critic consensus is mixed: Metacritic score of 59/100, while audiences rated it a “B+” via CinemaScore.🔮 Audience Impressions On IMDb, viewers praised the chemistry between Colman and Cumberbatch as well as the film’s dark humor and emotional range, calling it “hilarious, sweet, and tragic all at the same time”. Some reviews criticized the film’s heavy-handed social commentary and felt the supporting comedic characters occasionally undercut the tone.🌍 Production & Filming Filming began in June 2024 in Salcombe, Devon (England), with key locations including a local café transformed into “We’ve Got Crabs Seafood Bistro” for the movie. Additional scenes were shot in Los Angeles and Big Sur, California.💰 Worldwide Box Office Figures Here’s the worldwide box office summary for The Roses (2025): The‑Numbers reports a domestic gross of approximately $6.35 million, an international total of $9.2 million, leading to a worldwide gross of $15.55 million. In contrast, Box Office Mojo lists the domestic gross at $8.0 million, with the international at $9.2 million, resulting in a higher worldwide total of $17.2 million. Screen Daily confirms the film’s early global performance, noting that The Roses grossed about $15.6 million worldwide during its opening weekend, with $9.2 million coming from international markets.📌 Conclusion The Roses (2025) is a bold, satirical reimagining of the classic The War of the Roses, brought to life by the sharp performances of Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. Directed by Jay Roach and penned by Tony McNamara, the film walks a tonal tightrope—blending absurd physical comedy with biting emotional commentary on modern marriage and ambition. While some critics found its shifts in style jarring, others praised its originality and fearless energy. Ultimately, it's a darkly funny, chaotic, and sometimes poignant take on love turned sour—more stylized and theatrical than its predecessor, but still rooted in raw human conflict. If you’re into anti-romantic comedies with a mix of British sharpness and American slapstick, it’s worth watching. Read More

• 2025
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