What a Wonderful Family! 2
Watch TrailerSeveral years after Shuzo settled his wife’s birthday-surprise divorce proposal (What a Wonderful Family, 40th), the Hirata family faces new problems. Ignoring his family’s worry that he is too old to drive, Shuzo takes his old schoolmate for a spin after carousing. Soon, a new disturbance arises for the Hirata family. Veteran director Yamada Yoji continues his comedy about the “perfect“ Japanese family turned upside down in chaos, laughters and understanding. This time, with an additional taste of death.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 家族はつらいよ2 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Yoji Yamada |
| Runtime | 113 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (29 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The sequel retains the warm, homey feel of the original while adding a pinch of bittersweet reflection to the family recipe. The dialogue remains sharp and full of keen observations about middle-class life, with the ensemble cast working in perfect harmony.
What lingers after the laughter subsides is a deeper contemplation on aging, responsibility, and the quiet gaps in understanding between generations. It’s a comedy that amuses the heart and gently prods the mind. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Yoji Yamada
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