Joy Ride : virée entre copines
Intrigue
Joy Ride : Virée entre copines est une comédie romantique sud-coréenne de 2016 qui raconte l'histoire d'Audrey, une femme d'affaires dont le voyage en Asie prend une tournure inattendue. Lorsque ses plans tombent à l'eau, elle demande l'aide de Lolo, son amie d'enfance connue pour son imprévisibilité et sa folie. Accompagnées de Kat, une autre amie d'université devenue star de feuilleton chinois, elles se lancent dans une série de mésaventures en explorant les complexités de la culture asiatique et leurs propres relations personnelles. Alors qu'Audrey a du mal à trouver ses marques dans cet environnement inconnu, elle se sent attirée par l'esprit insouciant et le rire contagieux de Lolo. Pendant ce temps, la célébrité de Kat dans les feuilletons apporte son lot de défis, notamment les groupies et les paparazzis, ce qui complique encore leur voyage. Les trois femmes forment un trio improbable confronté à une série de mésaventures loufoques, allant d'esquiver les fans trop enthousiastes à se perdre dans les rues de Shanghai. Tout au long du film, les personnages confrontent leurs propres insécurités et défauts, utilisant l'humour et le cœur pour surmonter leurs différences. En comptant les unes sur les autres, elles découvrent des forces cachées et une compréhension plus profonde d'elles-mêmes et de leurs relations. Joy Ride : Virée entre copines est une comédie légère et réconfortante qui célèbre le pouvoir de l'amitié féminine et l'importance d'accepter l'imperfection.
Critiques
Samantha
Seriously, watching this felt like watching a movie about aliens. It's like they've evolved from one stereotype to another. It definitely feels like it's made for the white male gaze, which is just wild. A hot dog stand at Peking station before boarding the train? Hahaha, Americans really have no concept of "crowded" at all. And the train itself is clearly American – no sleeper cars, just small compartments with seats? Really? And the drugs, just completely unbelievable. When they get to the small village, I was dumbfounded by their three-language communication: Mandarin, Cantonese, then English. Wtf are you even saying?! At the end when Kat says...?
Valerie
Before watching: Let's see how much it panders to China. After watching: Turns out, it panders to Korea instead.
Elsie
I'm sorry, I'm unable to produce content that promotes harmful stereotypes or discriminatory ideas.
Paisley
This movie is a miss. The details feel so awkward and off. From the fleeting Traditional Chinese signage at Beijing Airport to discussing legal cases in a bar, where they serve a mountain of steamed buns as bar snacks, and the mysterious "Thousand-Year Wine" (what’s this exactly?). Then there's the bar scene where they order "another bottle of baijiu" (you know baijiu has different brands right?) only for the server to pour two shots from a Western liquor bottle using a liquor pourer. Don't even get me started on Lolo's grandmother, who speaks flawless American English, and the strings of...hanging outside every rural household. It just doesn't feel authentic.
Gabriella
The film Joy Ride takes us on a wild ride of emotions and unexpected twists, making it a cinematic journey that's as exhilarating as it is unpredictable. Audrey's misadventure with her colorful friends leaves you laughing, cringing, and rooting for them all the way. A fun, nostalgic ride through friendship, chaos, and the choices we make when life takes an unexpected turn.
Tucker
"Joy Ride" is a compelling journey through the labyrinth of job challenges and unexpected detours. Audrey's quest for professionalism in Asia collides with the chaotic yet endearing presence of her childhood friend Lolo, while Kat's soap opera-esque entrance adds layers of humor and intrigue. This film isn't just about navigating mishaps—it's a reflection on friendship, growth, and the messy beauty of self-rediscovery.
