The Trip to Greece
The Trip to Greece

Movie spotlight

The Trip to Greece

2020
Movie
110 min
English

Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon continue their travelogue series with a visit to Greece.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users85%
Director: Michael WinterbottomGenres: Comedy, Drama, Adventure, Travel

Plot Summary

Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon embark on their fourth culinary and comedic road trip, this time tracing the epic journey of Odysseus through the stunning landscapes of Greece. As they sample local delicacies and engage in their usual witty banter and impressions, they reflect on life, aging, and their enduring friendship.

Critical Reception

The Trip to Greece received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its charming blend of humor, breathtaking scenery, and poignant reflections on life. Reviewers found the dynamic between Coogan and Brydon as engaging as ever, with many appreciating the film's gentle exploration of mortality and the passage of time against the backdrop of ancient myths.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its signature blend of humor and stunning travelogue.

  • Praised for the chemistry and witty banter between Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon.

  • Noted for its reflective and sometimes poignant exploration of aging and friendship.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, highlighting the enjoyable comedic interactions between the two leads and the beautiful scenery as major strengths. Many found it a relaxing and amusing watch, appreciating the continuation of the popular series.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a journey through Italy, but was later changed to Greece to parallel Odysseus's journey.

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JPV852

JPV852

Pretty much the same formula as the others and some may find it a bit too repetitive, however I find this "franchise" to be akin to comfort food, enjoying these characters and their friendship. The scenery like the previous films is beautif...