Brother or Marriage 2
Brother or Marriage 2

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Brother or Marriage 2

2019
Movie
101 min
Russian

Gaukhar is pregnant, and Aidar seems to have finally found a common language with his wife's brothers. But everything changes when the main character is faced with an unusual illness. Kuvad's syndrome - an imaginary pregnancy in men - can completely destroy Aidar's plans and even his marriage.

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IMDb4.8/10
Google Users43%
Director: Antonio de la TorreGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A successful but commitment-phobic architect finds his life turned upside down when his ex-girlfriend announces her engagement to his childhood rival. To win her back, he orchestrates a series of increasingly absurd schemes, involving his eccentric family and a motley crew of friends, leading to chaotic and hilarious consequences.

Critical Reception

Brother or Marriage 2, a sequel to the 2015 Spanish comedy 'Ocho apellidos vascos', aimed to recapture the magic of its predecessor but received a largely lukewarm reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the return of familiar characters and slapstick humor, many found the plot predictable and the jokes less effective than in the original film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The sequel fails to live up to the charm and humor of the original.

  • Relies too heavily on predictable comedic tropes and a weak plot.

  • Offers some amusing moments but ultimately feels derivative and uninspired.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the sequel's lack of originality and humor compared to the first film. Many viewers found the jokes to be stale and the story unengaging, leading to a generally unfavorable reception.

Fun Fact

Despite being a sequel, the film's title in some international markets was changed to 'Father There Is Only One 2' (Padre no hay más que uno 2), potentially causing confusion with a different film series.

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