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Old Dads - a scary good portrait of modern society

 



In Old Dads, humor takes the spotlight, making it a comedy that might make you cringe a bit here and there. The show hilariously points fingers at the absurdities of modern parenting, bringing to light the comical extremes it can reach.

Am I old?


If you've ever felt like you're suddenly part of the older generation, this comedy might hit close to home. It doesn't shy away from poking fun at the peculiarities of today's parenting practices. That left the woke generation feeling a tad uneasy.

Sure, the characters are over-the-top stereotypes, but that's the point – it's a comedy! The goal isn't to portray real people but to magnify the ridiculousness of certain situations. It's all about exaggeration for the sake of laughter.

No one is totally right (or wrong)


The storyline takes an unexpected turn in the Vegas (ops, Palm Desert) scene, adding a touch of humanity to the characters. Let's say it wasn't their finniest moment. 

While they had some good reason to be mad during the show, they also made some pretty bad decisions, especially here, dragging them away from the totally stereotyped character. After all, it becomes clear that we all have moments of getting things right and some not-so-fine moments.

Watch it for a good laugh


While it might not be the cleverest movie you've ever seen, Old Dads succeeds in its mission – to make you laugh and provide a good dose of entertainment.


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