City Cinema: Splitsville

Comedy/Drama.
14A, language, nudity, sexual content.
Dir: Michael Angelo Covino, US, 2025, 104 min.
Dakota Johnson, Adria Arjona, Kyle Marvin, Michael Angelo Covino.

“Splitsville follows two couples… When Ashley asks for a divorce, the good-natured Carey runs to his friends, Julie and Paul, for support. Their secret to happiness is an open marriage; that is, until Carey crosses the line and throws all of their relationships into chaos… The romantic rollercoaster doesn’t end there, as one couple’s strife quickly exposes the cracks in the other’s marriage. As the foursome try to work out their situation, some of the bigger laughs come from instances of full-frontal male nudity and lots of unexpected confrontations between couplings – including an epic and violently comedic showdown between Paul and Carey. But much like the concept of an open marriage, the movie proves to be less about who you’re having sex with (or not) and more about the importance of communication.” —Ellise Shafer, Angelique Jackson, Variety. 

“A madcap romantic comedy… Not only is this a dark, delightful, and devious joy of an experience from start to finish… It also manages to poke fun at relationships while being oddly romantic and charming, making it a winner with layers.” —Chase Hutchinson, The Playlist. 

“Fast and furiously funny… this comedy of manners about two couples in open relationships is far and away the funniest film of the year so far. It’s also one of the year’s best.” 

—Dan Bayer, Next Best Picture 

“Truly hilarious.” —Deadline