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- 2018
- 1 hr 19 min
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3.4 (320)
1st Born is an entertaining and captivating movie directed by Ali Atshani and co-written by him along with Sam Khoze and Mehran Kashani. The comedy-drama film was released in 2019 and stars a talented cast that includes Val Kilmer, Denise Richards, Taylor Cole, Mona Cabri, William Baldwin, Greg Grunberg, and Robert Knepper. The movie revolves around a young couple, Ben (played by Khoze) and Kate (played by Cole), who are expecting their first child. They are both excited, nervous, and overwhelmed by the thought of becoming parents. However, their world is turned upside down when they discover that their mothers' have both become pregnant at the same time, meaning that their child will have to share the spotlight with their cousin.
Ben's father (played by Kilmer) is a former criminal who now runs an illegal business selling a stolen car to a Russian mob boss named Sergey (played by Knepper). Ben and Kate's attempt to lead a normal life is constantly interrupted by the various characters coming in and out of their lives.
Their parents, played by William Baldwin and Mona Cabri, provide a great deal of comic relief to the film. Baldwin is hilarious as the overprotective father who is constantly checking in on his daughter, while Cabri is a glitz-obsessed mother who always wants to impress.
The plot thickens when the couple is forced to travel to Moscow to retrieve a treasure that is hidden in the dashboard of the stolen car. The couple's trip to Russia is fraught with danger as they try to avoid the angry Russian mob boss who is determined to get his hands on the treasure.
The film has a lot of amusing moments and is full of slapstick comedy. The audience is kept on their toes trying to keep up with the fast-paced plot. The actors all deliver convincing performances and it's clear that they had a lot of fun making the movie.
The soundtrack of the film is exceptional and the cinematography is fantastic. The film is well-paced, and although it's a comedy, it never feels too over-the-top or forced. The filmmakers manage to strike a balance between comedy and drama.
The movie tackles the difficult subject of parenthood, and how it can bring out the best and worst in people. Additionally, it touches on themes such as family, loyalty, and the importance of forgiveness.
In conclusion, 1st Born is a great movie to watch for a good laugh. Itâs action-packed, fast-paced and will keep you entertained until the very end. The stellar performances from the lead cast coupled with an exciting plot make it a worthwhile watch.
1st Born is a 2018 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 19 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 3.4.