Junior
Junior

Junior

2002Movie94 minEnglish

Rebecca and Sandra borrow a car and decide to go on a road trip. Soon after they have stopped at an isolated gas station, their car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. Sandra decides to hike back to the gas station to get some help

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes34%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users54%
Director: Joe RothGenres: Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance

Plot Summary

Two brilliant but ethically challenged scientists, Dr. Alex Hesse and Dr. Larry Arbogast, embark on a groundbreaking and highly controversial experiment: creating a human pregnancy. When funding is cut, they decide to implant an ovum into Alex, turning him into a surrogate father. The film follows Alex's increasingly complex and humorous journey through pregnancy, dealing with hormonal changes, cravings, and the social implications of his condition.

Critical Reception

Junior received a mixed reception from critics and audiences, often being described as an outlandish and bizarre concept that, while aiming for laughs, didn't always succeed. The performances of the lead actors, particularly Arnold Schwarzenegger in a role far removed from his typical action persona, were a frequent point of discussion, though not always for the right reasons. It was seen as an ambitious but ultimately flawed comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • A premise that is too outlandish and not fully exploited for comedic potential.
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger's performance is the main draw, despite the film's unevenness.
  • The film struggles to balance its sci-fi concept with genuine humor.

Google audience: Google users found the film's premise to be bizarre and somewhat unbelievable, leading to mixed reactions. While some appreciated the attempt at a unique comedy and Schwarzenegger's willingness to take on an unconventional role, many felt the execution was lacking and the humor often fell flat.

Awards & Accolades

Arnold Schwarzenegger was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the first major Hollywood productions to explore the concept of male pregnancy in a comedic context, which was highly unusual for its time.

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