There are a number of actors whose work I will watch despite any bad reviews or other negative criticism. Matthew McConaughey is one of them. That approach inevitably leads to the occasional disappointment. This is my most recent disappointment in that regard.
McConaughey's character is like the Mr. Hyde half of the stoner type characters he has often played. His ex-wife likes what he used to be, as does his daughter. Instead of criticizing his behavior, they seem to be waiting for him to straighten himself out. But, a man who comes to his daughter's wedding loaded and makes an entrance by pushing a wheelchair-bound woman into the pool does not seem like someone trying to change their ways. But, no one seems to mind. Sadly, there are some who find him funny and their enjoyment of his deeds serves to encourage his behavior.
I never laughed, even once, throughout the movie. Though, I did groan a few times. The scene on the dolphin boat was pointless and made even worse by having two children as a part of the group in the scene. The twist near the close of the movie seemed obvious half-way through and the actual ending did not make sense to me, at all. Particularly considering the lifestyle he pursued.
I'm sure his next film, The Genlemen (2020), will have more to offer.
I never laughed, even once, throughout the movie. Though, I did groan a few times. The scene on the dolphin boat was pointless and made even worse by having two children as a part of the group in the scene. The twist near the close of the movie seemed obvious half-way through and the actual ending did not make sense to me, at all. Particularly considering the lifestyle he pursued.
I'm sure his next film, The Genlemen (2020), will have more to offer.