Stuck on You
Stuck on You

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Stuck on You

2021
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Tagalog

We all have our fantasies. We'd all like to believe that dreams do come true. At least once in our lives, we've dreamed of having the perfect love story. But life isn't a fairy tale. One hopeless romantic. One emotionally unavailable. What could go wrong? After what was originally supposed to be just a hook up, JM and Reb are made to look beyond their desires and genuinely get to know each other better when they’re forced to lockdown with each other. Will 14 days lead to forever?

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users64%
Director: Bobby Farrelly, Peter FarrellyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of conjoined twins Bob and Walt Tenor, who pursue their dreams in Hollywood. Bob aspires to be an actor, while Walt desires a normal life. Their contrasting ambitions create comedic chaos as they navigate the entertainment industry and personal relationships, ultimately leading them to question their intertwined existence.

Critical Reception

Stuck on You received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the Farrelly brothers' attempt at a more character-driven comedy with heart, many found the premise too outlandish and the humor hit-or-miss. The performances of Matt Damon and Greg Kinnear were generally well-received, but the film struggled to balance its comedic and dramatic elements effectively.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a more sentimental approach than typical Farrelly Brothers comedies, with mixed success.

  • Matt Damon and Greg Kinnear deliver committed performances as the conjoined twins.

  • Some found the humor forced and the story's premise to be a stretch, while others appreciated the underlying heart.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a division in opinion, with many appreciating the performances and the film's attempt at a heartwarming story, but a significant portion found the humor to be weak and the plot unbelievable.

Fun Fact

To create the illusion of conjoined twins, the filmmakers used a combination of CGI, body doubles, and strategically placed green screens, often requiring Matt Damon and Greg Kinnear to perform their scenes with one of them digitally removed.

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