Old Dogs

Set in the late 2000s, the film blends contemporary corporate life with family chaos. It features modern tech elements and a globe-trotting pace as the characters juggle work and kids. The tone reflects a period of casual entrepreneurship and media-savvy parenting.

The action moves between Vermont’s suburban landscape and Tokyo, Japan. In Vermont, Dan and Charlie struggle with hands-on parenting while a major business deal looms, creating comic chaos. The Tokyo stretch intensifies the plot with a high-stakes meeting and a frantic search to recover Craig.

👨‍👧‍👦 Parenthood

Parenthood is shown through earnest but awkward attempts to care for the twins, highlighting how love drives action more than experience. The film uses humor to explore the learning curve of becoming guardians. It emphasizes small, genuine moments that build trust and connection with children.

🤝 Friendship

Friendship is tested and reinforced as Dan and Charlie rely on each other to juggle kids and business pressure. Their antics provide heart and humor, underscoring loyalty and shared responsibility. The bond evolves from casual partners in crime to true co-parents in crisis.

💼 Work-Life Balance

The story juxtaposes professional obligations with family duties, highlighting the tension between deals and daycare. Dan and Charlie’s priorities shift as they realize family can take precedence over a big contract. The Tokyo and Vermont sequences culminate in a renewed focus on being good fathers.