Loups-Garous

It's a well-intentioned family comedy in which the characters are pulled into the tabletop Werewolf game a la Jumanji. The tone is affable and the cast is good but the overall production is uneven. The humor lands about half the time, and when it does it's funny; but other attempts come across as cringe and forced. The premise of the Werewolf game - the players must identify and dispatch those who are secretly werewolves, while the werewolves try to divert blame to the innocent through deception and recrimination - is treated more or less as an afterthought. Potential suspects aren't investigated or built up so there are no real stakes or conflicts in trying to uncover the culprit(s) and the conclusory reveal is meh.

Thats what it felt like, atleast to an extent but it has to be said the mentioned film is much better than this. Though from what ive seen its only the second time a concept like this has been done so its still a fresh idea and now netflix have helmed this new french movie, with jean reno whos a pleasure to see but I don't understand why he was dubbed. A family sit down to play a game for family game night and as is tradition they play the game called wolf I think. Everyone ends up not playing it but the father while putting the pieces away awakens something and before they know it they are swept off into the game and stuck in the middle ages with a frightful king and the threat of wolfes each night. An overall good movie but not without it faults. Acting was alright and it did have parts that made me laugh.

Family Pack is a film that falls short on multiple fronts, making it a rather disappointing experience. The plot, which centers around a dysfunctional family trying to navigate their differences, is cliché and lacks originality. The script is riddled with predictable moments and uninspired dialogue, failing to deliver any meaningful or memorable lines.

The acting, unfortunately, does little to salvage the film. The performances feel forced and lack the emotional depth needed to make the characters relatable or engaging. Even seasoned actors seem to struggle with the poorly written material, resulting in a series of lackluster portrayals that fail to resonate with the audience. Not the worst movie I've seen, but definitely not in depth of what expected like I tell most people give it a watch and be the one to judge for yourself cause you may never know you might enjoy it more than others.

Family Pack is a film most delightful, balancing simplicity with a spirited charm that warms the heart. It may not dazzle with a plot of intricate depth nor boast grand cinematic achievements, yet therein lies its unique allure. The film embraces its modest presentation, favouring practical effects that bring to life its whimsical elements, in a manner reminiscent of days when visual splendour required genuine artistry rather than reliance upon modern devices. Such choices impart a nostalgic comfort, reminiscent of family gatherings round the hearth.

While the picture may not be regarded as a pinnacle of the cinematic arts, its light-hearted humour and warmth make it a jovial companion for an evening of familial bonding. It is a gentle adventure, unsullied by grand pretensions, and aimed squarely at delivering mirth and pleasant company. A modest triumph, indeed, for those who seek joy in simplicity and find solace in a narrative that refuses to overreach its genial intentions.

Family Pack attempts a modern, quirky spin on a medieval adventure, but sadly, it misses the mark on nearly every front. The acting is shockingly poor, with the cast delivering lines so awkwardly and out of place that you wonder if they're trying to parody themselves. Their attempts at humor fall flat, making several scenes almost painful to watch as they fumble through punchlines with zero finesse.

The plot feels like a weak knock-off of Jumanji, though without any of the charm or coherence. Scenes unfold with no clear direction, bouncing aimlessly from one setup to the next. Even more puzzling is the random appearance of Leonardo da Vinci, who seems to be there purely to tick a box rather than to add anything meaningful to the story.

Adding to the confusion are clumsy, heavy-handed attempts to push social messages about race and gender roles in the Middle Ages. These themes feel forced, overly simplistic, and ultimately ineffective, dragging the movie down even further. All in all, Family Pack is a chaotic mix of bad writing, poor acting, and misguided social commentary, and unfortunately, it's not even entertaining in a "so bad it's good" way.