The relationships of Mike (Michael Angelo Covino), left, Carey (Kyle Marvin), Ashley (Adria Arjona) and Julie (Dakota Johnson) play out with interesting humor in “Splitsville.” Courtesy of Neon
“Splitsville” — 3 stars
You can say this: Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin know how to start a movie.
Their 2020 breakout film “The Climb” begins with two best friends on a bike ride just before Kyle (Marvin) is to be wed. Mid-climb, Mike (Covino) confesses he slept with the bride-to-be. In one long take, an argument on two wheels ensues, with huffing and puffing in between.
Their new follow-up to that film, “Splitsville,” likewise kicks off with heartbreak on the open road. This time, Carey (Marvin), a gym teacher, is driving along a highway with his life coach wife, Ashley (Adria Arj