Triplets
Triplets

Triplets

1999TV ShowEnded1 SeasonSpanish

It tells, in a comedic tone, the story of the Scarpelli triplets (Guillermo Francella), Marcelo, Enzo, and Luis. Marcelo is a charming, womanizing hustler who aspires to succeed as an actor. Enzo is an unscrupulous office worker capable of anything to get money, and Luis, divorced with four children, is a serious and obsessive man responsible for running the family restaurant. Three brothers, very similar on the outside but very different on the inside, will find themselves united by various twists and turns in which they will share hilarious situations of entanglement.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Arnold SchwarzeneggerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Two unlikely brothers, one a successful and cultured man, the other a streetwise hustler, discover they were part of a secret experiment to create a "super-baby." They embark on a journey to find their other triplet sibling and their mysterious mother, encountering various comedic and dramatic situations along the way. Their quest for identity leads them to confront their past and forge a new understanding of family.

Critical Reception

Triplets was met with a largely negative reception from critics, who found its premise to be derivative and its execution lacking. While some appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors, the humor was often criticized as forced and the plot underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a pale imitation of its predecessor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on the novelty of its leads without offering substantial comedic material.
  • The plot struggles to find a consistent tone, oscillating between slapstick and melodrama.
  • Despite a few amusing moments, the film ultimately feels uninspired and predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative reception, with many finding the film to be a disappointing sequel. While some viewers enjoyed the comedic performances of the lead actors, a significant portion felt the story lacked originality and humor. The film is often described as forgettable and not living up to the legacy of its predecessor.

Fun Fact

Arnold Schwarzenegger famously gained significant weight for his role as the more sensitive triplet, a departure from his typical action hero persona.

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