Sequel to Coming to America: Recommendation to watch the first movie, it's more enjoyable.
Main plot: Akeem, played by Eddie Murphy, discovers he has a son in America who is brought back to be the heir to the throne.
Key Elements Liked
Wesley Snipes: Portrays a military leader/dictator of a neighboring land. Adds depth by introducing new locations.
Plot Parallels and Issues
Repetitive Plot: Similar to the original movie with arranged marriage and falling in love with someone else.
Comparison with Original: Difficult not to compare because of similar plot beats.
Comedy Analysis
Importance of Comedy: Main goal is to make viewers laugh.
Original vs. Sequel: The original had humor based on the absurdity of royal wealth. The sequel relies on quick jokes and comebacks, targeting character interactions rather than audience laughter.
Problems with Modern Comedy
On-the-nose jokes: Modern comedies tend to explain jokes too much, treating the audience as if they are not smart enough to understand.
Example: The phrase 'Heavy is the head that wears the crown' is explained in detail, which undermines the audience's intelligence.
Creepy Preacher Character: Known from the first movie, repeatedly called 'sexist preacher' to ensure the audience understands, lacking subtlety.
Impact of Social Media: Fear of backlash on platforms like Twitter leads to over-explaining jokes to avoid misunderstanding and potential cancel culture.
Conclusion
Self-awareness: The movie is aware of its shortcomings and even jokes about unnecessary sequels.
Forgettable: Ultimately, the movie is not memorable and lacks the heart and purity of the original.
Final Thoughts
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