Don’t Worry Darling, Olivia Wilde’s (Booksmart), may have been the most talked-about movie of the year. While the film garnered much buzz, it was the much-publicized dysfunction between some cast members (most notably Wilde and Florence Pugh) and different versions of why Shia LaBeouf exited from his role (a he-said/she-said story from him and Wilde) and how it played out in reputable news outlets, as well as the tabloids and social media. There was much worry that Wilde’s second directorial effort would be known for the hoopla surrounding it rather than the film itself. With a production budget of $35 million (compared to just $6 million for Booksmart), I’m sure Wilde felt considerable pressure for her film to succeed. Despite lukewarm ratings from critics (39% on Rotten Tomatoes), it has resonated with audiences (82%). While not a perfect movie, I was thoroughly engrossed in the setting, the characters, and the story’s direction.