The Hating Game (2021)

In the high-octane world of publishing, under the same roof of Bexley&Gamin, Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman exist as polar opposites. Lucy, decked in vibrant hues, thrives on quirkiness and a ceaseless desire to please everyone around her. Joshua, on the other hand, is a cold embodiment of efficiency, his joyless demeanor and unrelenting seriousness in stark contrast to Lucy's effervescence. As personal assistants to the co-CEOs, they are locked in a shared office, their desks positioned like battlegrounds, and their daily interactions steeped in a loathing so profound it transcends mere dislike. Their relationship is defined by an intense, addictive rivalry - a never-ending game of one-upmanship where conceding defeat is not an option. And when the role of Managing Director dangles tantalizingly within their reach, the stakes escalate. A pact is forged: the one who fails to secure the promotion must leave the battlefield forever. Thus, the ruthless game intensifies, the tension simmering dangerously close to a boiling point. However, amidst this cutthroat competition, a single, unexpected elevator ride spirals into a moment of intimacy, a steamy kiss that blurs the delineated lines between love and hate. As Lucy grapples with her burgeoning feelings for her work nemesis, she confronts a bewildering question: Is this unexpected attraction genuine love, or just another round in their relentless game of rivalry? Based on Sally Thorne's best-selling novel, 'The Hating Game' is a riveting exploration of ambition, rivalry, and the perplexing complexity of the human heart. Embark on this rollercoaster ride, where love and hate exist as two sides of the same coin, and deciphering them becomes as challenging as the game itself.

The Hating Game is a comedy movie featuring Lucy Hale and directed by Peter Hutchings.

The Hating Game is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Hoopla and Hulu.

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