The Boys II
The Boys II

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The Boys II

1998
Movie
120 min
French

Our Boys are back a year after their last adventures. This time around, the players of Quebec's most popular garage league travel to Chamonix, France, to take part in an international amateur hockey tournament.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Jeff KanewGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In this sequel, the son of a deceased gangster gets involved in the criminal underworld he tried to escape. He finds himself in a complicated situation with a young woman and her father, who is a corrupt police officer.

Critical Reception

The Boys II received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding it a weak follow-up to the original. The film was criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • A derivative and uninspired crime drama that fails to capture the spirit of its predecessor.

  • The film suffers from a convoluted plot and unengaging performances.

  • Lacks the charm and tension that could have made it a compelling watch.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Boys II is generally poor, with viewers citing a lack of substance and a predictable storyline. Many felt it was a forgettable sequel that did not live up to expectations.

Fun Fact

The film is a standalone sequel to the 1992 film 'The Boys' and is not related to the more recent, popular Amazon Prime series of the same name.

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