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Home Alone da Riber
Rudolf is imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. He attempted to escape many times but was unsuccessfull, he realizes that he is in for the long haul and decides that his wife Sandra should remarry for the sake of their children Melody and Mark who have been made to believe anyway that he is already dead. Many years has been passed he was informed that the real culprit has been caught and he is being released. However, instead of being happy, he is saddened by the fact that he cannot go back to his family anymore. Nevertheless he pretends to be a piano tuner so that he can visit his children.
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Plot Summary
The story follows Kevin McCallister as his parents finalize their divorce. He ends up at his rich aunt and uncle's mansion for Christmas, only to discover that the same criminals from the first two movies are planning to kidnap the princess of a neighboring country, who is staying in the mansion. Kevin must once again use his wits to stop them.
Critical Reception
Home Alone 4 was widely panned by critics and audiences alike, often cited as a significant decline in quality from the original film. It is frequently criticized for its weak plot, uninspired gags, and a departure from the established characters and tone of the series. It is generally considered one of the worst sequels in the franchise.
What Reviewers Say
A tired and uninspired sequel that fails to recapture the magic of the original.
The plot is nonsensical and the humor is slapstick and repetitive.
A significant drop in quality with weak acting and directing.
Google audience: Audience reception for Home Alone 4 is overwhelmingly negative, with viewers frequently expressing disappointment at the weak storyline, poor execution of gags, and the recasting of main characters. Many feel it tarnishes the legacy of the original films.
Fun Fact
This film marked the first time Macaulay Culkin did not reprise his role as Kevin McCallister, with the character being recast with Mike Weinberg.
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