Arisan! 2

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"Eight years later, what are they looking for?"
  • TV-MA
  • 2011
  • 1 hr 59 min
  • 6.5  (192)

Arisan! 2 is a 2011 Indonesian comedy-drama film directed by Nia Dinata. The film is a sequel to the popular 2003 film Arisan!. The movie stars Cut Mini Theo, Tora Sudiro, and Surya Saputra which are renowned Indonesian actors. The story begins with the gang of wonderful women from the first film ten years later. They have matured but are still dealing with the complexities of life. Sakti (played by Tora Sudiro) is now a successful businessman and has moved to New York City. Meimei (played by Cut Mini Theo) is now a successful fashion designer in Jakarta. Lita (played by Rachel Maryam) has moved to Bali where she is running a hotel. Cokro (played by Surya Saputra) has become a famous singer.

As the gang reunites, they find that their lives have taken different turns. They still gather together for their frequent social events where they discuss life, love, and everything in between. However, their lives start to unravel when they discover that one of their close friends, Trinity (played by Titi Kamal), has fallen on hard times. Trinity's husband, whom she married after the first film, has left her and she is now struggling to make ends meet.

The group decides to help Trinity by starting a new Arisan, a type of lottery where they all contribute money and one person wins the prize money each month. The Arisan was very successful in the first film and it brings the group together to help otherwise they get busy with own lives.

As the Arisan progresses, the group of friends starts to experience romantic entanglements and shocking secrets. Cokro's sexual identity and his romance mystery with Sakti comes to the surface, and Meimei has to make the choice between her first love and her current relationship. Furthermore, secrets are revealed about their seemingly perfect lives that will change the way they see each other forever.

Throughout the film, the characters deal with various issues such as financial struggles, infidelity, and sexual orientation. Dinata presents her characters with compassion and realism, and the film emphasizes the importance of solidarity among friends during difficult times. It portrays unity and empathy in the face of adversity and challenges faced in life.

The movie is well-written and well-acted. Theo, Sudiro, Surya Saputra, and the rest of the cast deliver fantastic performances that bring their characters to life. The movie was a box office success in Indonesia and critical success as well. It explores themes of love, friendship, and personal growth in a humorous and engaging way.

In conclusion, Arisan! 2 is a humorous but poignantly crafted film about friendship, love, and personal growth. The film has great performances from its cast and offers a unique look at the complexities of modern-day life. Tora Sudiro, Cut Mini Theo, and Surya Saputra give strong performances and deliver the humor and heart that is so essential for a film of this kind. If you loved Arisan!, you won't be disappointed by this sequel.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2011
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    1 hr 59 min
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (192)