Snatched (2017)

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When her boyfriend dumps Emily, a spontaneous woman in her 30s, she persuades her ultra-cautious mom to accompany her on a vacation to Ecuador. When these two very different women are trapped on this wild journey, their bond as mother and daughter is tested and strengthened while they attempt to navigate the jungle and escape.

Storyline
"Snatched" is an American comedy movie launched in 2017, directed by Jonathan Levine and written by Katie Dippold. The film stars exceptional starlets Amy Schumer as Emily Middleton and Goldie Hawn as Linda Middleton, who revitalize the common mother-daughter relationship on screen.

The story begins when Emily, a confident yet naive saleswoman, all of a sudden loses her job and her partner Michael (played by Randall Park) in one day. Left heartbroken with non-refundable tickets for an exotic holiday to Ecuador, Emily encourages her high-strung, cautious mom Linda, who lives a very reclusive life, to accompany her on the journey. Linda unwillingly agrees after getting much persuasion from her daughter and her agoraphobic boy Jeffrey (played by Ike Barinholtz).

The Vacation and Unforeseen Dangers
As soon as in Ecuador, Emily socializes in the holiday spirit and fulfills a captivating stranger James (played by Tom Bateman), who takes Emily and Linda on a day out. Nevertheless, the journey becomes a problem when they are abducted by a callous crime lord Morgado (Óscar Jaenada). On the other hand, Jeffrey obsessively calls the State Department, where the underprepared but enthusiastic officer Morgan Russell (Bashir Salahuddin) takes charge of the case.

Escape and Survival
Utilizing their wits and some unpredicted assistance from platonic couple Ruth (Wanda Sykes) and Barb (Joan Cusack), Emily and Linda handle to escape from their captors. The rest of the film is a funny roller-coaster trip through the Amazon jungle, full of dangerous yet entertaining incidents, as they attempt to reach the U.S. Consulate while being pursued by Morgado and his men.

Happening Full Circle
Apart from the funny chase, the movie discreetly emphasizes the mother-daughter bonding. Throughout their experience, Emily and Linda uncover their lost relationship and transform their understanding of each other, causing a bonding like never in the past. By the end of the film, not only do they manage to dodge the hazards and reach house safely, but they likewise evolve from their previously estranged relationship to a more powerful bond filled with mutual regard and love.

Overall Review
In conclusion, "Snatched" serves a significant portion of adventure, funny, and psychological elements throughout its storyline. It's an enjoyable ride with humorous moments spread across the hazardous yet amazing journey of Emily and Linda. Their entertaining predicament combined with the appeal of Schumer and Hawn, a lot of laugh-out-loud moments, and engaging plot twists, makes "Snatched" a delightful watch. Additionally, the movie provides an endearing representation of mother-daughter characteristics, transforming an apparently easy holiday into an unforgettable memory and an unexpected journey of self-discovery for the characters.

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