Adaptation of Viral 'Cat Person' Short Story Draws Mixed Reviews

The film version of Kristen Roupenian's viral New Yorker story "Cat Person" was recently released.
It stars Emilia Jones and Nicholas Braun as the two central characters, Margot and Robert.
The first two-thirds stay close to the original story, but the ending departs and adds thriller elements.
Jones' portrayal of Margot is praised, but the new metaphors and ending are criticized.
Overall the adaptation attempts to expand on the themes but is not as well-received as the original story.