Comedy,Drama
United States of America
The Details is a 2011 black comedy film directed and written by Jacob Aaron Estes. Starring Tobey Maguire and Elizabeth Banks, the film is a satire on suburban life, marriage, infidelity, and pest control.
The film follows the lives of Jeff and Nealy Lang, a married couple living in Seattle with their young son. Jeff is a dedicated and hardworking doctor while Nealy is a stay-at-home mother who is bored with her life.
Their marriage is put to the test when a family of raccoons start to invade their backyard and destroy the landscaping. Jeff decides to take care of the problem and hires an exterminator. However, when the exterminator turns out to be a quirky and strange character, Jeff's life begins to unravel.
As Jeff becomes more obsessed with the raccoons, he starts to neglect his wife and cheat on her with a co-worker. Meanwhile, Nealy begins an affair of her own with a family friend. The situation escalates when the exterminator blackmails Jeff for money, leading to a spiral of lies, deceit, and murder.
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with criticism aimed at the disjointed plot and lack of cohesiveness. However, Tobey Maguire's performance was praised, with many critics noting the dark humor and satire throughout the film. Overall, The Details is a dark and twisted take on suburban life that will leave you questioning your own morals.
