Meet the Fockers (2004)

The review finds the sequel entertaining, despite some jokes falling flat. It singles out the all-star cast’s exuberant performances, especially the chemistry between Hoffman and De Niro.

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Collins finds the sequel entertaining, though some elements rely too heavily on the original. He praises Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand for stealing the film with their broad comic performances.

Schager finds the sequel intermittently funny but mostly flat and redundant. He praises Dustin Hoffman’s good-natured comic performance, while criticizing the film’s strained outrageous gags and Robert De Niro’s mugging.

The review finds the sequel a disappointing retread, with only occasional amusement. It praises Hoffman and Streisand for enlivening their roles but says the strong cast is largely wasted on underdeveloped comedy.

Bradshaw finds the sequel tired and its comedy less effective than the original. He singles out Robert De Niro, whose performance keeps the film watchable.

McCarthy finds the sequel fitfully funny but crude, and less amusing than the original. He singles out Dustin Hoffman’s energetic, mischievous performance as the film’s greatest source of spark.

Rabin pans the sequel as a lazy, mercenary retread that wastes its celebrated cast. He particularly criticizes the recycled humiliation-based comedy and escalating gross-out gags.

The critic finds the sequel entertaining despite its lack of originality and overlong running time. They praise the sparkling performances, especially Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand, while noting that the humor becomes repetitive.

Morrall finds the sequel forgettable and unoriginal, though its performances keep it from being a disappointment. He especially praises Barbra Streisand’s relaxed, well-paced performance and Dustin Hoffman’s comedic moments.