A "terrible and deeply unethical idea by real-world standards, but a fun and whimsical idea by high-concept movie standards" is a great way of putting it! 😆
I agree with most of what you said!
And I just wanted to add that Daniel getting called out for his actions by the judge near the end also adds to the semblance of reality that you mentioned - which, as you also said, makes the ending that much better when things are finally resolved. 🙂
A "terrible and deeply unethical idea by real-world standards, but a fun and whimsical idea by high-concept movie standards" is a great way of putting it! 😆
I agree with most of what you said!
And I just wanted to add that Daniel getting called out for his actions by the judge near the end also adds to the semblance of reality that you mentioned - which, as you also said, makes the ending that much better when things are finally resolved. 🙂
Good point -- the judge ensured the lies cost him something, at least for a little while.