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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip
2025 96 min United States of America PG 6+
★5.9
Family, Comedy
Director: Marvin Lemus
📖 Based on the novel
«Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day»
byJudith Viorst
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Description
Eleven-year-old Alexander and his family embark on a dream Spring Break vacation to Mexico City only to have all their plans go terribly wrong when they discover a cursed idol.
Starring
Eva Longoria
Actor
Cheech Marin
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Thom Nemer
Actor
Awards
3 nominations total
Key opinion
This film is largely seen as a redundant experience that struggles to find an audience beyond established fans of the franchise. While it offers a platform for Latino-Hispanic representation, it is otherwise plagued by technical flaws and weak humor.
| Culture | The film provides meaningful Latino-Hispanic representation, serving as a notable point of inclusivity for the series. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography is visually hampered by a dim, low-luminance aesthetic that necessitates specific viewing conditions. | |
| Originality | The narrative feels derivative and uninspired, offering little beyond a repetitive experience for viewers. | |
| Humor | The comedic writing fails to land, with critics finding the humor ineffective or offensive. | |
| Accessibility | Reception of the film is divided; while fans of the original may find some enjoyment, general audiences are discouraged from viewing. |