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S.O.S. Ex
El Chino Fernando and el Puma, two old friends who have not seen each other for some time, go out with their ex-girlfriends for a sailing trip. As a reminder of their "ex" status, differences soon surface and they decide to end the ride early. However, on the way back they are surprised by a storm that throws them off course, leaving them adrift in the middle of the widest river in the world.
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Plot Summary
When a young man's ex-girlfriend becomes engaged to a successful businessman, he concocts a series of elaborate schemes to sabotage their wedding and win her back. He enlists the help of his friends to create chaos, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and escalating attempts to break up the couple.
Critical Reception
S.O.S. Ex was a moderately successful romantic comedy in Romania, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and relatable premise of post-breakup entanglement. While not a critical darling, it found an audience for its playful take on relationships and the lengths one might go to for lost love.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its comedic timing and the lead actor's performance.
Considered a fun and engaging romantic comedy for a light viewing.
Some found the plot predictable but enjoyable nonetheless.
Google audience: Audience reception for S.O.S. Ex appears to be mixed, with many appreciating its humor and lighthearted romantic themes. Some viewers found the storyline to be somewhat clichéd, but generally enjoyed it as a feel-good movie.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by and stars Florin Piersic Jr., who is the son of the famous Romanian actor Florin Piersic.
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