Feb. 04, 2022|Mexico|118 Min.|n/A
Genre: Comedy;Drama
Description: “Sex, Shame and Tears 2” (2022) tells the story twenty years after the original events in Mexico City, where the lives of Ana, Carlos, Andrea, Miguel, Tomás, and María were marked by a dramatic clash of the sexes. Now, their lives have evolved, families have grown, and new characters have entered their orbits, disrupting their daily routines. The film explores how modesty has been overshadowed by public exposure, sex has become easily accessible through apps, yet love remains an elusive quest in today’s chaotic world.
The sequel revisits the characters two decades later but falls short of capturing the essence of the original. The first film revitalized Mexican cinema by addressing taboo subjects with humor, making it both hilarious and poignant. In contrast, this sequel feels hollow, replacing the original’s boldness with predictable twists and modern commentary. The beloved characters seem diminished, while the new additions range from unlikable to forgettable. The filmmakers’ attempt to reimagine a classic with outdated elements ultimately fails, leaving the story feeling uninspired and disconnected.
Cast director: Alonso Iñiguez
Cast actor: Cecilia Suárez, Susana Zabaleta, Mónica Dionne, Naian González Norvind, Ximena Romo, Víctor Huggo Martin, José Ángel Bichir, Paco Rueda, Jorge Salinas, Angélica Aragón
Original name: Sexo, pudor y lágrimas 2