Alles Fifty Fifty

Everything's Fifty Fifty is a typical German comedy: set in picturesque Italy, it aims for lighthearted family fun, loaded with slapstick and stereotypes. Moritz Bleibtreu shines as Andi, a divorced dad whose acting chops elevate the material. He's the clearest highlight, rescuing many scenes with believable humor and grounded presence.

The central setup is straightforward: a co-parenting couple takes their son on holiday with the mother's new boyfriend in tow. What follows is a series of slapstick mishaps-over-the-top misunderstandings, cringe-inducing clichés, and predictable comedy beats. You get mismatched family tropes, the clueless step-father stereotype, bratty-child antics, and standard romantic sparks between the divorced leads.

Bleibtreu's charisma is undeniable-his sharp timing and emotional authenticity give the film occasional life. But unfortunately, much of the supporting cast veers into caricature: the son oscillates between bratty teen and clingy younger child; the new boyfriend is cartoonishly clueless; even the stern lifeguard narrator appears forgotten as the plot shuffles onward.

Despite its flaws, there's charm in the scenic cinematography and sunny Italian backdrop-it captures the essence of a Mediterranean family getaway. And the thematic core is decent: it seeks to explore co-parenting, rekindled feelings, and modern family dynamics. But instead of depth, it offers broad, simplistic jokes and familiar emotional arcs.

In essence, Bleibtreu's strong performance almost redeems a film that otherwise feels assembled from cookie-cutter German rom-com tropes. It's enjoyable enough for a relaxed evening but lacks originality-or emotional punch-for anything beyond light fare.

Finally the movie is a sunny, slapstick family romp elevated by Moritz Bleibtreu-but shackled by clichés, uneven tone, and a script that never quite digs deeper than its scenic surface.