Ethan Coen’s cheeky mystery—starring Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans and Charlie Day—sorely misses his brother Joel’s touch.

By the time it's over, "Honey Don't!" has lost what little direction it had, leaving its deliberate over-the-top qualities feeling hollow.

In modern-day Bakersfield, Calif. (but with the vibe of a 40s noir), private eye Honey O’Donahue (Margaret Qualley) investigates the death of a client who was on her way to consult her. But the inquiry leads to a clash with a local religious cult that may or may not be involved with the mob.