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Genre: Drama/Action Director: Jack NeoCast: Joshua Tan, Maxi Lim, Noah Yap, Wang Weiliang, Richard Low, Irene Ang, Wang Lei, Aizuddin Nasser, Alvin Richard, Charlie Goh, Daniel Ang, Feng Wenna, Hanrey Low, Janson Lim, Luke Lee, Ridhwan Azman, Justin Dominic Misson, Mr Brown RunTime: 1 hr 58 mins Rating: PG13 (Some Sexual References) Released By: Golden Village Pictures & Clover Films Official Website:https://www.facebook.com/AhBoysToMen
Synopsis: After his recovery and realization of his mistakes, Ken returns to Tekong Island to continue his Basic Military Training (BMT). Determined to change, Ken prepares to prove himself. However, this change in attitude from Ken, immediately draws the dislike and mockery from some his Section mates led by Lobang. They feel that he is following after Wayang King’s footsteps, just trying to flatter the commanders so that he can stand out. Ken tries to explain but to no avail. Instead, their misunderstandings deepen as the training continues.
At the same time, Ip Man’s girlfriend left him for another guy. Unable to contain his anger, Ip Man seeks help from Lobang & his Section mates to hatch a plan for revenge on his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. The new boyfriend immediately informs his gang, and quickly locate Lobang and the Section mates at their usual place where they will have dinner before booking in. A fight broke out. Wayang King was the first to escape, while Ken hesitated, but eventually stayed behind to defend his Section mates. When questioned by the Commanders, Ken defended his actions because he learned that he should “Leave no man behind” and can’t just run away.
Seeing his Section mates being beaten up, is he wrong to go through thick and thin with them? After this incident, what else is in store for Ken? What punishment will be met out because of the fight? How will the antagonisms between Ken, Wayang King, Lobang and the rest of the Section mates be resolved? In such an environment of mutual distrust and sabotage, will they be able to shake hands and work together, to face their greatest challenge?
Movie Review:
If the first part of the ‘Ah Boys to Men’ duology could be accused of placing its focus too narrowly on just one character – or more accurately, recruit – then this concluding part restores that balance between the various other characters / recruits by giving each his due. Now that lead protagonist Ken Chow (Joshua Tan) has finally accepted his national responsibility, co-writer and director Jack Neo shifts the focus to the camaraderie of the section to which Ken is but one part of, emphasising the bond as brothers (hence the title of the theme song) that will be forged between him and his section mates during the remainder of their days in Basic Military Training (BMT).
Finding themselves with a larger share of the limelight are Aloysius (Maxi Lim) and Lobang King (Wang Weiliang), who by virtue of their attitudes towards National Service (NS) – at least at the start – are primed for conflict. While Lobang continues to look for ways to ‘keng’, Aloysius tries even harder to impress his sergeants, his over-achieving attitude alienating him from the rest of his platoon mates. Standing in the middle of this discord is Ken, who tries to placate Lobang and his other section mates to little avail.
The breaking point to the pent-up tension between Aloysius and Lobang is I P Man’s unfortunate predicament, which again happens to be a relationship issue. His girlfriend has secretly hooked up with someone else, a loutish type who openly taunts I P Man that he is in every way a better boyfriend than the latter could ever be. Not only does Aloysius refuse to participate in Lobang’s plan of revenge for I P Man, he turns hither and runs helter-skelter when Lobang and the rest of his section mates are counter-attacked, leading himself to be further ostracised when the latter group are issued with Stoppage of Leave (SOL) orders as punishment.
Neo uses the various stages of BMT training as a marker of the passage of time alongside the developing hostility between Aloysius and Lobang, so the latter’s saboteur attempts unfold against route marches, grenade throwing lessons, Battle Inoculation Courses, and outfield trainings. Similarly, their reconciliation will also be shaped through key BMT milestones - the 7-day field camp and 3-day Situational Test (SIT test) - leading up naturally to that pinnacle moment of the Passing Out Parade (POP). Is there a happily-ever ending for Ken, Aloysius, Lobang and the rest of Section 2? You betcha – perhaps more so than in any other Jack Neo movie, that affirming conclusion is exactly what hits the sweet spot.
Anyone who is passing or has passed through BMT will find someone and something to identify with the characters and scenarios in the movie, with Neo's winning formula once again proving to be his ability to tap into the psyche of every Singaporean male who has gone through that baptism of fire into NS. In particular, shifting the narrative to Aloysius and Lobang ultimately provides for more meaningful storytelling - on one end, Aloysius represents the well-educated soldier who learns that camaraderie is just as important as knowledge; on the other, Lobang represents the street smart type who realises that taking the easy way out has its consequences on others - and there are important lessons here for real-life embodiments of both archetypes.
Compared to the first part, there is less comedy than drama - mostly from Lobang King and occasionally from one of the supporting characters - but it is a fitting change of tone as the characters mature. Unfortunately, Neo's directing skills - this is his 20th movie - isn't quite up to par with his storytelling abilities. More so than in part one, the pace of the movie feels uneven, with continuity again one of the major handicaps of Neo. The supposedly affecting scenes with Ken and his father (Richard Low), who is struggling to regain both movement and speech after a devastating stroke, feel especially out of place, even if it is meant to stress the point that it is the reason for Ken's reformation.
Neo also attempts once again to advance his craft by incorporating VFX into his movie. Compared to a Singapore under attack in the last movie, the centrepiece here is a hypothetical battle staged with miniature weaponry right in the middle of Wisma Atria. Narrated by Aloysius' father (Chen Tianwen) to impress on him the futility of tit for tat attacks, it comes across unnecessary and superflouous. A subsequent mock battle set during the Section's BIC and another that sees their SIT assessor (played by Lee Kin Mun or better known as mr brown) pursued by a herd of wild hogs uses VFX much more judiciously and appropriately, and one hopes that Neo can come up with better excuses for using VFX despite his good intentions at pushing the possibilities of local cinema.
As for his batch of new faces, it is once again Weiliang who steals the show with his impeccable portrayal of Lobang King. The getai singer who is Wang Lei's protege doesn't overplay his Hokkien-spewing recruit act; instead he injects a rough yet down-to-earth charisma into a performance not matched by any of his co-stars. Maxi's acting as the misunderstood do-gooder is one-note, but it is still much better than Joshua Tan's, who appears even more wooden than in the first part. The rest of the supporting cast fare as well as their limited roles allow them to, but the true star of the movie here is undoubtedly Weiliang, and it will be truly interesting to see where his career goes from here.
If you had thought that the first part was a glorified PR machine for the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), this second part will only reinforce that view. Especially through Ken's voiceover, we are supposed to better understand the various components of BMT as well as how the entire training apparently helps our young to appreciate our fine country even more. And almost as if to placate parents worried about their children's wellbeing, there is even a scene which shows the Platoon Commander punishing his sergeants for conducting rifle raids and artillery drills on the recruits - which are now apparently no longer supposed to be held. Yes, it seemed as if Neo was even more ready this time round to make a film that the SAF would endorse, timed as it is already as a celebration of the 45th anniversary of Our Army.
But despite the politically correct stance that Neo adopts, "Ah Boys to Men 2" remains a thoroughly engaging and entertaining watch simply because it portrays a reality that is ingrained in the Singapore identity. Everyone who has gone through NS will find something familiar and nostalgic about it, and for everyone else, it offers a vicarious experience of just what it means to go through the formative and transformative years of NS. Look past the propaganda, the sometimes much-to-be-desired filmmaking and the uneven acting - at the heart of this movie still lies a perfectly relatable and therefore affecting story about the bond of brotherhood forged through the thick and thin of BMT.
Life Comes Only One Time, So Live Life to the Fullest and Enjoy Every Moment. *Happy New Year* everyone!!
Can’t believe it’s 2013 today..
It’s amazing to start a fresh new year and have new goals and dreams!
I’m wishing every single one of you a year full of joy, good health, love, success and prosperity!
May this new year bring you everything you set your mind to; don’t be afraid to take risks this new year!
Have a blessed 2013!
How's your day? I'm a boring person so didn't go any place for countdown. And I surely outside is super jam....so finish my job then straight away back to my home ..better horrrr.. Lol and Last, #Not much special's things happened in the past month going, Today was the 1st day of january, I hope everything goes well in this month, clear up my troubles n boring days pls!!!#
It's been quite some time since I started blogging again. I'm a busy woman, you know. hehe!
Recently, I stumbled upon a post on twitter about a page called "Alvin & Yuki". The comments were full of anger and insults, my curiosity aroused immediately and went to check it out. Turns out, it was a story of a woman getting cheated on. My first reaction was "This woman is torn apart, completely."
Her story ❤
Episode 1- The episode where I end my life.
05.07.2011 After 2 years of courtship and pakto, I was lucky to have you as my boyfriend. We have no problem blending into each other life. Have a very good relationship with your family, the day has come. The most important of my life. You have chosen this important day to propose to me. I remember this date very well as it is the Singapore election date. You have invited my family, close friends to witness the wedding proposal. What a surprise and this day is the day I will not forget such a sweet memories.
20.08.2011 I promise myself this year is going to be the my last day as a single lady. We went to Desaru for a romantic night looking at the firefly around us. Thank you Alvin for arranging such night.
10.09.2011 First time introducing our parent to each other official. The parents agreed our wedding date on the 16.06.2012.
11.2011 Road trip to Melaka. Made a Kebaya for our wedding because your comes from mother peranakan family. Looking forward for my long awaited wedding.
29.01.2012 I really enjoy the process of preparing our wedding although there are some arguments along the way. But i believe we can always learn to compromise and compliment each others. You told me previously that you will be very busy after you transferred into a new department. You asked me whether can you transfer to Hongkong after marriage, as a wife I will fully support you career advancement.
01.02.2012 Chinese new year season. You cleaned your room so that I can move in my things to your house anytime. I am so excited as the day I become Mrs Yang is coming very soon
10.02.2012 You brought your parents family to my hometown Pontian to officially propose to my mother.
17.02.2012 Attended the church pre-wedding camp for three days. Looking forward for this camp as the day we started our relationship is on Christmas. I always think you are the gift from God. We further confirmed our decision to get married after attended this camp and will cherish our love more each day
27.02.2012 My friend Alston proposed for a join honeymoon together. Happily I shared his idea to you. but without asking my opinion you rejected harshly unlike other time where we always discuss. I realize you are losing your patience and losing your temper on me easily these days. Perhaps due to your work stress?
11.03.2012 This is the day the girl officially appeared in our relationship between Yuki and Alvin. You are the best man of your good friend Denson’s wedding. ZR is the brides maid
18.03.2012 We are arranging for our wedding schedule as the wedding is less than 3 months away. You told me any arrangement is fine except 07.04.2012 as you are busy. Why busy? You gave me a lame reason saying that your good friend Denson’s mother in law ask you to organize a surprise birthday party for Denson. Of all people, Denson’s mother in law ask you…. hmmph….. I asked why Denson mother in law ask you to organize such party while you should be busy about your wedding. You kept quiet. I asked can I go to the party. You kept quiet. I knew something wrong, went up and cried. I knew you are hiding something. From this day onwards you have been giving lies to me such as telling me you are working late, busy etc.
01.04.2012 I am trying different wedding gown in the bridal house for our pre-wedding photo shoot. During the pre-wedding photoshoot I can see you playing with SMS/Whatsapp all the time which is unlike the normal you We have a Salsa dancing shot in the pre wedding video. However you scolded me very harshly because I could not remember the steps. Felt extremely down because I only learnt less than 2 months and lack of practice. We are lack of practice because you are too busy to practice with me and you knew it. I have learnt compromise each other and said ”Dear, on our wedding day, if I dance badly, can you please don’t scold me so harshly?”
10.04.2012 My friend asked me to share how we met and our wedding preparation process. I told them with joy but broke down into tears in the toilet. My instinct told me that there is something not right. You said your boss told you to think twice before getting married as we may have changed. To my surprise after your boss told you this you asked me to reconsider whether should we get married
11.04.2012 My sister and future brother in law Dobby and Shaun and myself are having lunch with you near your office. You broke your temper to me suddenly. Broking down to tears, Dobby and Shaun comfort me that perhaps you are too stressed up with work
12.04.2012 – this is the day After so many days of quarrel you called me to date me for dinner. Bought flower and chocolate to your room for a little surprise. As I need to do some work, I on your computer and found a love letter from ZR to you.
<> From: ZR Sent: 05 April 2012 23:23 To: Yang, Alvin: Operations (SGP) Subject: Baby love Hi Baby, Thank you for the wonderful day. Just 14 hours ago, you were at my place. picking me for a start of a wonderful day. Ive been to so many theme parks. With so many people. I've never bought a thing cause I never felt it was worth it. But today I wanted something so badly that I walked into practically every shop which I usually wont either, in search for something anything that I could bring home and be reminded of you. I wanted the drawing of us badly. Very badly that I turned back and look at the spot even after we walked away. I never held a hand so tightly before, wishing and hoping that I never had to let go. Never had I been so emotional, I scared myself. I guess you are different. Love, Darling >>>>>> 14 Mar 2012
I was stunned looking at the love letter. Not knowing what to do and is only 1 hour away from our date, I forget about this love letter and proceed to enjoy the dinner with you.
After the dinner I proposed to have a walk by the beach. I learnt in the pre wedding camp that we should always forgive each other and cherish our love together. I apologize to you as I may have lose some temper on you. you kept quiet.
Suddenly you broke the silence by saying that you want to break up and cancel our wedding which is 2 months from now. I cried and beg you not to make such decision. I even forgot all about the love letter in your computer.
You rejected me harshly and firmly. You told me that love and marriage is not your main priority. You want to focus on career. You forgotten how you have proposed to me.
I could not stand anymore and mentally collapse. I lost control and jumped into the sea without any hesitate. After jumping I realize that there is no water where I jumped and injured myself by rocks by the sea.
You did not comfort me but scolded me harshly AGAIN that I threaten you by committing suicide. Can you imagine how I felt that time? I lose all hope in life.
I cried and beg you to understand my feeling. You said this and I could never forget this.
“I knew my parents will be very sad and very disappointed with my decision. I still insist on this, it is impossible for me to consider about your feeling”
You have completely ignore me…. Alvin Yang, you are too selfish and cruel. I am completely collapse and disappointed. Words could not express my feeling that time. I do not know how to face you, face the world. The only thing that comes to my mind is death…..
I swam to the sea and do not intend to come back anymore. You did not come chase me back. You thought I threaten you again.
After sometime you finally swam and wants to catch me back. However our distance is very far away. You cried and beg me to come back by I really lose hope in life at that particular moment. You shouted that it is so deep and you could not feel the base of the sea, I soft hearted and concern about your safety I swam back.
I was so calm that time. You were very panicked. You even hit me hard at my neck as I am trying to pull you back to the shore. So hard that I almost got choked by you.
We are back at the shore and we agree to have 2 weeks to think clearly on our decision. Not long later my family came by. I promise you that I will not tell them what happened until you gave me answer. I was badly injured physically and mentally. you do not even dare to look at me when my family come to pick me up.
You has forgotten about your promise and vow when you proposed to me. You said I am the one you love, your fiancé.
