Little Fockers, which follows Meet the Parents and Meet the Fockers in a series of comedic releases, was originally released into theaters nationwide just days before Christmas, on December 22, 2010. With its DVD release now coming up, due to arrive at stores on April 5, 2011, audiences are excited to get this last piece of the trilogy. The DVD runs at 110 minutes and is rated PG-13 due to a large amount of sexual humor, some adult language, and drug references. Little Fockers, distributed by Universal Pictures, is directed by Paul Weitz and stars Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro, Owen Wilson, Teri Polo, and the incredible Dustin Hoffman. The movie follows familiar characters Greg (Stiller), Jack (De Niro), Pam (Polo), and Kevin (Owen Wilson). After Greg takes a job that raises some suspicions with the family, we are presented with a birthday party for Greg's and Pam's twins, which Greg sees as a chance to redeem himself.
This film presents Pam and Greg ten years into their relationship, signifying a large passage of time since the first installation of the series. With the arrival of their twins, they begin to experience some financial difficulties which lead Greg, normally a nurse, to take a second job with a drug manufacturing corporation. Jack, an ex-CIA agent who is still very mysterious and observant, doesn't approve of this development. He is wrought with old suspicions about Greg's character, and his involvement in the life of his daughter.
As the day of the birthday approaches, we find Greg and Pam inviting practically everyone they can think off, including Pam's ex-boyfriend, Kevin. Kevin still has feelings for Pam, and Greg suspects as much, and so simultaneously tries to impress his wife and father-in-law. This, predictably, leaves everyone in a situation that promises laughs and entertainment. The cast of the film also features Barbra Streisand (as Greg's mother), Laura Dern, and the beautiful Jessica Alba.
Little Fockers has received mixed reviews. While dedicated followers of the Focker family were pleased with the new installment, reveling in the familiar comedic style and offbeat jokes, those who were hoping for something different from this film were sorely disappointed. It seems the Focker franchise is trying to milk what it can out of its own name, and critics are not impressed with the all-star cast, which they say doesn't help redeem the script. Some critics can be rather harsh, however, and not all have been so negative.
Audiences around the country fell in love with Greg Focker years ago, with the release of Meet the Parents. They have watched him struggle through life's awkward moments, and now they have another chance to watch him fumble through an important moment. Fans of the previous movies will be satisfied with Little Fockers, while those who didn't enjoy the first two should steer clear. The humor is similar, the cast the same, and the antics just as crazy, if not at times unbelievable.