I didn't pay attention to any of the drama surrounding the film and went to watch it with an open mind. I definitely saw reflections/inspirations of Stepford Wives and the Trueman Show but this wasn't a copy of them. I really liked the first half or so of it but the ending felt rushed. There's things I want answers to but I understand why they aren't explained (they aren't the focus of the movie). I think the overarching theme of the movie was really poignant and felt too real at some points. But this could've been done better. Acting was phenomenal by Pugh but Styles wasn't the best to be honest. At some points people were audibly laughing at his acting in the theatre. My true rating is 6.5 stars but I rounded up.