“My Boo” is back after it ran the first part. This time, the plot focuses on Joe, who encounters a mysterious stranger who offers him a peculiar journey back to the multiple past lives he once shared with the spirit named Anong. Across these past incarnations, we see them in different professions, such as warriors, investigators, and whatnot. What remains common is that in each of these, they are drawn to each other and madly in love with each other. They share a bond that can't be broken so easily, and somehow, in every life, they manage to find each other. And this is what the whole plot is about.
Yes, the concept is good, to find a love so powerful that even death cannot defy it. But somewhere, exploring “just” this becomes boring. Compared to the first part, I liked that one more, because in this one, we are just exploring the previous births of these two. Now this becomes a concept you have seen many times before in movies across different languages. So, is there anything new you get? No. What one does get to see is the sweet chemistry shared by the leads. They come across as two cute characters who play each other pretty well. Not to mention, the movie does have a lot of scenes that can tickle your funny bone.
But even a good chemistry between the leads and some playful moments of laughter cannot save this ill-executed movie. Somewhere, past lives overlap, and it is obvious what we get: these two meet, fall in love, and form a bond spanning multiple births. And that repetition can cause boredom and, in many cases, annoyance. It is as if, if you skip even one incarnation, you aren’t missing out on anything big.
The dialogs are pretty average, nothing big or beautiful enough to leave a remark once the credit scenes begin to roll. Coming to the visuals, yes, those used are what make the movie worth watching. Compared to the first part, this one has levelled up the production pretty well. So much so that more than the storyline, I was more interested in the visual treat that I got.
Sutthirak Subvijitra, as Joe does a good job. His character is shown to be curious and also in love. These are the traits that Sutthirak Subvijitra portrays well. It is also what makes the movie a good shot to watch. Complementing him is Maylada Susri, playing the role of Anong. She also does a great job in showing us the multiple lives of these two leads. All in all, together they make a beautiful pair onscreen.
So dear readers, I suggest that My Boo 2 is a one-time watch. There are its own highs and lows, and some of you might not enjoy it if romance and love aren’t a genre you particularly love. For those who did indeed like the first one, you can still watch it and see where Joe’s life is heading.
Final Score- [6/10]
Reviewed by - Neerja Ch
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Publisher at Midgard Times