Splash, Too

The events take place roughly four years after the first Splash, placing the timeline in the mid-1980s. The era emphasizes family business, suburban life, and a pre-digital culture of personal interactions. The story unfolds with the pace and tone typical of late 1980s family comedies.

The story shifts between a coastal New York setting and a secluded island retreat where the couple first hides away. They return to a lived-in suburban home in New York as Bauer Produce seeks to regain footing. Neighbors and public spaces like the aquarium frame the contrast between confinement and freedom that drives the characters' choices.

🌊 Identity

Madison grapples with two worlds: her mermaid nature and her life on land. Water becomes both a conduit for connection and a barrier she must navigate to belong fully. The film uses aquatic imagery to explore how one person can hold multiple identities without losing core humanity.

❤️ Love

Allen and Madison's relationship is tested by work pressures, promises, and the pull of two different lifestyles. They must learn to listen, admit fault, and align their goals without sacrificing trust. The reconciliation scene reinforces that honest communication is essential for lasting partnership.

🐬 Freedom

Salty's captivity in the aquarium highlights a tension between freedom and obligation. Madison and Allen's decision to intervene challenges corporate interests and public perception. The act of releasing Salty becomes a catalyst for redefining their responsibilities to others beyond themselves.

🏛️ Tradition

The film contrasts old-fashioned family values with the couple’s evolving needs and desires. Karl's push for a pristine image clashes with authenticity and honesty in relationships and business. The resolution suggests that genuine connection outweighs appearances and established expectations.