Comedies like Fleeting Friends don’t aim to reinvent the wheel, but sometimes they achieve the simple goal of making you laugh for a while. This one does, even if not always with the same punch. The film leans on absurd situations and over-the-top characters, which deliver some funny moments, though it also falls into some very familiar clichés.
The highlight, without question, is John Cena, who seems to have a natural gift for comedy. His presence lights up every scene and manages to rescue even the weaker jokes. The rest of the cast is solid, but he’s the one who keeps things entertaining when the humor starts to lose steam.
The plot does get repetitive at times, with jokes that lose their bite from being overused. The script doesn’t take many risks and often relies on easy exaggerations or sentimentality, which limits the film’s impact.
Still, there’s a freshness in the group’s chemistry and in the carefree tone that drives the story. It’s not a memorable comedy or one that will become a cult favorite, but it’s not a disaster either: just a light option to switch off and have some fun.
In short, Fleeting Friends offers occasional laughs and a John Cena who once again proves he can shine in any role. It won’t make history, but it doesn’t pretend to be more than it is: passing entertainment.
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