Dad's Friends 2
Dad's Friends 2

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Dad's Friends 2

2018
Movie
80 min
Korean

Hyuk-soo's wife passed away 10 years ago and now he lives in a fishing village when his friend's daughter Se-hee comes to visit him. His boring life has just become exciting thanks to Se-hee. Her ex-boyfriend Jong-jin comes to see her, but he only wants his bank book back. She uses Hyuk-soo to make him jealous, and the two fall for each other.

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users65%
Director: Kevin Rodney SullivanGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

When their respective daughters decide to get married on the same weekend, four fathers who were once college roommates find themselves under the same roof again. However, their reunion is anything but smooth as old rivalries and differing opinions on how the weddings should be handled quickly resurface. The dads must navigate their contentious relationships and conflicting personalities to ensure their daughters' special days go off without a hitch.

Critical Reception

Dad's Friends 2 received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited a predictable plot and a lack of fresh comedic material. Audience reception was slightly more favorable, with some viewers appreciating the return of familiar characters and the lighthearted, family-friendly humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on tired comedic tropes and predictable plot points.

  • Lacks the charm and wit of its predecessor, offering little new to the audience.

  • Some audiences may find enjoyment in the familial themes and lighthearted antics, despite its flaws.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the return of the original cast and found the film to be a lighthearted and enjoyable family comedy. However, many noted that the plot felt unoriginal and the humor was not as strong as in the first movie.

Fun Fact

While this film is presented as a sequel, it actually functions as a standalone story with similar themes and a different cast of characters than the original 'Dad's Friends' film, which was released in 1989.

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