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Stream It Or Skip It: ‘It Ends with Us’ on Netflix, a Wildly Veering Romantic Melodrama That Blake Lively Keeps on the Road

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Steamy novel adaptation 'It Ends with Us' arrives on Netflix, with Blake Lively delivering a captivating yet uneven performance in this tumultuous romantic drama.
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  • Based on Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, the film follows Lively's Lily as she navigates a turbulent relationship with an abusive ex-husband, played by Justin Baldoni, providing a nuanced exploration of domestic violence.
  • Critics praise Lively's emotional range, but note the script's uneven tone, veering between compelling drama and soapy melodrama, making it a divisive watch for audiences seeking a straightforward romance.
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Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Colleen Hoover, Jenny Slate, Taylor Swift, Nicholas Sparks, Netflix, 'It Ends with Us', The Age of Adaline
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