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Are We There Yet?
2005 95 min United States of America PG 12+
★4.6
Family, Adventure, Comedy, Romance
Director: Brian Levant
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Description
The fledgling romance between Nick, a playboy bachelor, and Suzanne, a divorced mother of two, is threatened by a particularly harrowing New Years Eve. When Suzanne's work keeps her in Vancouver for the holiday, Nick offers to bring her kids to the city from Portland, Oregon. The kids, who have never liked any of the men their mom dates, are determined to turn the trip into a nightmare for Nick.
Budget:
$32M
US Gross:
$82.67M
Worldwide:
$97.92M
Starring
Ice Cube
Actor
Nia Long
Actor
Aleisha Allen
Actor
Awards
1 win & 8 nominations total
Key opinion
Are We There Yet? is widely regarded as a formulaic family road-trip comedy that relies heavily on genre clichés. While critics often dismiss its derivative premise and thin characterization, some viewers find the evolution of its protagonists and the lighthearted humor to be an engaging experience.
| Originality | The plot relies on standard tropes borrowed from 'Home Alone' and other road-movie archetypes, offering little in the way of original storytelling. | |
| Ending | The film features a predictable and conventional narrative arc that culminates in a standard, sentimental resolution. | |
| Acting | Ice Cube's performance is a major point of contention: some viewers see a wooden, blank portrayal of a reluctant caregiver, while others praise it as a highlight of the film. | |
| Humor | The humor is polarizing, with some finding the slapstick and kid-focused chaos dull or mean-spirited, while others appreciate the comedic travel moments and the inclusion of the animated baseball bobblehead. |