A Simple Favor is a psychological thriller movie directed by Paul Feig and written by Jessica Sharzer. The film stars Anna Kendrick as Stephanie, a mommy blogger who becomes friends with Emily, played by Blake Lively, an enigmatic and stylish woman with a dark past. The two women bond over martinis and secrets, and Emily asks Stephanie to do her a simple favor: to pick up her son Nicky from school.
However, when Emily does not return to pick up Nicky, Stephanie grows worried and starts to investigate Emily's past. She works with Emily's husband, Sean, played by Henry Golding, and together they uncover disturbing secrets that threaten to ruin their lives.
As Stephanie delves deeper into Emily's past, she discovers that her new friend is not who she seems. Emily has a sordid history involving multiple identities, blackmail, and murder. Stephanie realizes that she may have gotten in over her head in her search for the truth.
The movie is a suspenseful and thrilling ride, with unexpected twists and turns at every corner. Its dark humor, intriguing characters, and stylish visuals make it a standout in the thriller genre.