Man and a Junior
Man and a Junior

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Man and a Junior

2019
Movie
98 min
Finnish

Antti Pasanen juggles between taking care of Paavo, his work and personal life, until Enni has an accident and he has two kids to take care of.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Greg PritikinGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling stand-up comedian attempts to revive his career by staging a fake comeback tour, pretending to be the son of a legendary comic. His plans are complicated by the unexpected arrival of his estranged, overbearing mother.

Critical Reception

Man and a Junior received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising Adam Goldberg's performance and the film's heartfelt moments, though some found the premise predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relatable humor and Goldberg's comedic timing.

  • Noted for its exploration of family dynamics and the struggles of artistic ambition.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic, lacking originality.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'What We Do Next' before being changed to 'Man and a Junior'.

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