Jonathan Eusebio's action-comedy Over Hurts (2025) aims to combine romantic aspects with high-octane scenes. Ariana DeBose plays Rose Carlisle, a femme fatale from his past, and Ke Huy Quan plays Marvin Gable, a former hitman who is now a real estate agent. The picture struggles to establish itself, even with the involvement of recent Oscar winners and a fascinating premise.

Love Hurts (2025)


Direction & Plot

Marvin Gable, the protagonist of the story, has moved on from his violent past to live a normal life in real estate. But when Rose reappears, his peace is upended and he is thrust back into a life of conflict and mayhem. Renowned for his work as a fight coordinator on the John Wick series, director Jonathan Eusebio is a master choreographer.

Performances

As Marvin, Ke Huy Quan gives a strong performance that highlights his adaptability and dedication to action scenes. Despite her appeal, Rose, played by Ariana DeBose, suffers from a lack of character development. Because of a poor writing, the leads' chemistry is evident but not fully utilized. Despite their presence, supporting stars Sean Astin and Marshawn Lynch are unable to improve the film above its flaws. Even though well-known actors are in the movie, the Associated Press notes that it "struggles with tone and fails to strike the intended balance of humor and action." 

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Cinematography and Action

The action scenes in the movie are its strongest points. Eusebio's skill in combat choreography is seen in the dynamic and eye-catching scenarios he creates. But as the action frequently takes precedence over character and plot development, it becomes clear that style is prioritized above content. Despite its strong action scenes and combat choreography, "Love Hurts," as Danny Minton has observed, "suffers from a lack of substance."
The reception

Love Hurts has gotten mixed to poor reviews from critics. With a shallow plot and undeveloped characters, the movie's attempt to combine romantic comedy and action aspects is viewed as haphazard. As a "dire Valentine-themed action movie," The Guardian criticizes its shallowness and lack of cohesion. 
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 The Associated Press also notes that although while the movie features highly choreographed battle scenes, it "falls short due to poor directorial vision, comedic pacing, and underdeveloped characters." 
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In conclusion

Despite having excellent action scenes and showcasing Ke Huy Quan's commitment to his part, Love Hurts ultimately fails to provide a coherent and captivating story. The film's potential is undermined by its lack of depth and character development, can make viewers yearn for more nuance and consistency.

Reviews and Critical Reactions to "Love Hurts" (2025)
The Montgomery County Courier
'Love Hurts' by Danny Minton is a style song that lacks substance, but at least it was released five days ago.
AP News Movie Review: 11 days ago, Ke Huy Quan and Ariana DeBose starred in the action-comedy "Love Hurts."