Bad Mom
Bad Mom

Bad Mom

2023Movie83 minKorean
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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users61%
Director: Jon Lucas, Scott MooreGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Amy, Kiki, and Carla are ready to ditch their overstuffed, over-scheduled lives for a Christmas vacation. However, their own mothers unexpectedly arrive, bringing their unique brands of stress and criticism. The three moms band together to give themselves the ultimate, uncompromised holiday celebration.

Critical Reception

A Bad Moms Christmas received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding it less fresh and funny than its predecessor. While some praised the performances of the lead actresses and the film's attempts at holiday humor, the plot was often criticized for being predictable and relying too heavily on crude jokes.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film tries to recapture the magic of the original but falls short, offering a predictable and often unfunny continuation.
  • Performances are a bright spot, but the humor tends to be juvenile and the plot lacks originality.
  • Struggles to deliver fresh laughs and relies too heavily on holiday movie tropes.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a mixed bag, with some enjoying the comedic performances and relatable holiday stress. However, many felt it was a step down from the first movie, citing a lack of originality and a reliance on predictable jokes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Atlanta, Georgia, with sets designed to evoke a festive, albeit chaotic, Christmas atmosphere.

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