The Trip 3
The Trip 3

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The Trip 3

2013
Movie
89 min
Spanish

At the end of the vacations Alvaro Crespo plans the best return home with his peculiar family, but instead of being a quiet and pleasant trip, it becomes an odyssey when the family is involved in a robbery and will have to flee from the police, while they manage to prove their innocence.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic69/100
Google Users75%
Director: Michael WinterbottomGenres: Comedy, Drama, Adventure

Plot Summary

Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon reunite for another culinary and comedic road trip, this time traversing the picturesque landscapes of Italy. Following in the footsteps of their previous journey through Northern England, the duo playfully reenact scenes from famous literary works and engage in their signature impersonations and witty banter. As they sample exquisite food and absorb the rich culture, their reflections on life, aging, and their careers form the heart of this engaging film.

Critical Reception

The Trip to Italy was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its continued charm, the chemistry between Coogan and Brydon, and its exploration of themes like middle-age and artistic aspiration. Audiences enjoyed the familiar blend of humor, scenic views, and gastronomic delights.

What Reviewers Say

  • Continues the successful formula of travelogue, humor, and food established in the first film.

  • Praised for the effortless chemistry and comedic timing of leads Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon.

  • Appreciated for its thoughtful, albeit lighthearted, explorations of aging and artistic life.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film, appreciating the continued humor and conversational style of Coogan and Brydon's interactions. Many found the picturesque Italian settings and the food segments to be highlights, though some felt it was similar to the previous installment.

Fun Fact

During the filming, Rob Brydon famously struggled to tell the difference between Michelangelo's David and the replica outside the Palazzo Vecchio, leading to a recurring gag in the film.

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