Side Effects (2013) - 7 stars out of 10

Side Effects (2013) - 7 stars out of 10

"Side Effects" is an unpredictable thriller from director Steven Soderbergh.  While no film can compare to Soderbergh's "Ocean's 11" series, his blend of bold characters and intrigue make for an enjoyable watch.  What would happen if the side effects of an experimental drug led a woman to murdered her husband while sleepwalking?  Just typing it out seems absurd and yet, it completely works and had me hanging on the edge of my seat, anxious to discover what could happen next.  Jude Law is just awesome, grabbing sympathy from the audience right off the bat.  I wasn't crazy about the ending but the plot resolution was genius and twisted in ways that you'll never see it coming.  I was also a big fan of Rooney Mara, preferring to see her face without her "Dragon Tattoo accessories."  Catherine Zeta-Jones was... this was not her best role.  Maybe it was just the character, but I did not enjoy watching her.  The trailer looked amazing, I was disappointed that the film fell short at first, and then it surpassed any expectation I had.  "Side Effects" is a keeper!