Film Overview"Bad Santa 2" is a 2016 American Christmas black funny film directed by Mark Waters and written by Shauna Cross and Johnny Rosenthal. It is a follow up to the 2003 movie "Bad Santa". The principal cast consists of Billy Bob Thornton repeating his role as the titular character Willy Soke, Tony Cox, Brett Kelly, and a welcome addition of Kathy Bates as Willy's mom.
Plot SummaryThe film follows the miserably promiscuous Willy Soke, who after the death of his partner in crime Marcus (Tony Cox), now invests his time consuming exceedingly while working as a valet. His life deviates when Marcus, who turns out to be alive, seeks him out for a brand-new break-in. Encouraged by the prospect of a multi-million dollar charity heist in Chicago, Willy collaborate once again with his diminutive pal.
Arriving in Chicago, the duo discovers that the third member in their unholy alliance is none besides Willy's mother, Sunny Soke (Kathy Bates). A criminal mastermind who raised Willy in the life of criminal offense, expressed fondness for Marcus and disliked Willy. Sunny includes a brand-new layer of discomfort to their already uneasy collaboration.
Key EventsThroughout the movie, Willy is tormented by the ruthless cheer of Christmas season. Concurrently, he establishes an unlikely relationship with Diane Hastings (Christina Hendricks), the charity director, while getting knotted in numerous awkward situations with Thurman Merman (Brett Kelly), the now-adult kid who thought about Willy his Santa in the initial film.
The plot thickens as Willy, who is constantly verbally abused and belittled by his mother, navigates this tumultuous reunion while trying to manage the complex robbery. Laced with familiar cynicism, witty dialogue, and improper humor, "Bad Santa 2" maintains the rogue beauty of its predecessor.
Concluding Events and ConclusionThe climax unfolds as the trio get near to achieving their objective. However, character advancement begins when Willy, in spite of his hardened exterior, shows a level of conscience and reform. It entails a paradoxical twist, additional enhancing the anti-hero personality of the 'Bad Santa'.
In conclusion, "Bad Santa 2" reignites Billy Bob Thornton's renowned representation of a drunken, profane, and well-rounded awful shopping center Santa from its initial instalment. Despite its unrefined humor and unconventional take on the holiday spirit, the film manages to highlight familial ties and the pursue redemption, wrapped in a Christmas themed break-in.
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