Brothers 2 receives an enthusiastic response from director Max Barbakow, who has a “Ocean's 11 styleThe new action comedy is about a reformed criminal, now living a quiet life with his wife, who finds himself once again embroiled in a dangerous robbery when his ruthless twin brother convinces him to join a cross-country mission, forcing them into gunfights, legal troubles and family tensions as they fight to repair their broken relationship before it leads to their downfall brothers Cast alongside Taylour Paige, Glenn Close, Brendan Fraser, M. Emmet Walsh and Jennifer Landon.

In an exclusive interview with Screen rant, Max Barbakow reacted enthusiastically to the idea Brothers 2. The director expressed excitement about a possible sequel, pointing out that there are many unexplored characters and stories in the film's universe. He suggests that the sequel could focus on a bigger, more ambitious heist, taking inspiration from the style of Ocean's 11. Read his full comments below:

Oh, I would like that. We just talked about it. There is so much happening in this world and so many characters appearing whose realities and stories are only hinted at. So yeah, I'm down. We're doing a team-building sequel. It's going to be a major Ocean's 11 style heist.

The director is excited about a sequel

Max Barbakow's comments suggest that the director has serious interest in and is excited about a potential sequel brothers. That's what he says There are many unexplored characters and stories in the filmincluding the character of Oscar winner Marisa Tomei, who only appears for a brief cameo. Fellow Oscar winner Brendan Fraser appears as Farful, followed by eight-time Oscar nominee Glenn Close as the twins' overbearing mother, Cath. The director teases you Ocean's 11 Style Heist, meaning many of these characters and more could return for a bigger, better, and potentially multi-million dollar heist.

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While Barbakow is genuinely interested in and excited about a sequel, its fate will likely be decided by how brothers is performing to critics and audiences on Prime Video, where it was released on October 17th. The initial reviews are mixedwith some praising Josh Brolin for his solid performance in an unusual role, while others criticizing the film's heavy-handed humor and lack of originality, which doesn't live up to Barbakow's directorial debut, 2020's Palm Springs. Audience numbers are not yet available, but it has to do well to justify a sequel.

Our chances for “On Brothers 2”.

It's too early to say that

Given the mixed reception brothers So far, a sequel may seem unlikely, but it could easily make up for it with strong performance on Prime Video. For example, it is still too early to speculate about the chances of a sequel. Director Max Barbakow’s idea for a “Ocean's 11 style“Heist is a good starting point for the sequel, which could appeal to those who enjoyed the first film's world and its characters, particularly the strong performances from Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin. However, it is unclear whether a possible sequel will materialize.

Brothers (2024) is a film that revolves around the complex dynamics between two siblings as they overcome personal and family challenges. Directed by Nan, the film explores themes of brotherhood, loyalty and redemption as the characters confront their past and strive for reconciliation.

director

Max Barbakow

Release date

October 17, 2024

writer

Macon Blair, Etan Cohen

Pour

Josh Brolin, Peter Dinklage, Taylour Paige, M. Emmet Walsh, Jen Landon, Brendan Fraser, Glenn Close, Gralen Bryant Banks, Andrew Joseph Brodeur, Margo Moorer, Brooks Indergard, Jonathan Aidan Cockrell, Joshua Mikel, Pat Fisher, Nathan Hesse, Taylor St Clair, Alonzo Ward, William Tokarsky, Matt Lewis, Roger Payano, Marisa Tomei

Character(s)

Moke Munger, Jady Munger, Abby Munger-Jacobson, Judge Farful, Young Cath, Farful, Cath Munger, Dr. Jacobson, Avery Jacobson, Mrs. Jacobson, Young Moke, Young Jady, Glenn, Gamma, Crabcake, Wabi, Old Security Guard, Muzzy, Mr. Swofford, Anthony

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