Filosofi Kopi: Ben & Jody is a sequel from the 2015 blockbuster hit, Filosofi Kopi. This movie was directed by Angga Dwimas Sasongko and features Luna Maya, Chicco Jerikho, Ernest Prakasa, Rio Dewanto, and Nadine Alexandra. It was released in 2017 and has an adventure, business, drama, family, food, and romance genre. In this synopsis, we’ll explore the story of Ben and Jody as they face new challenges in their coffee business.
Synopsis
Filosofi Kopi 2: Ben & Jody continues the story from the first movie. Ben and Jody operate their mobile coffee shop, Filosofi Kopi, as they travel the country. However, they face a problem when their employees begin to quit one by one. Ben and Jody decide to reopen their old shop in Jakarta, but they face financial challenges when buying back the shop. Eventually, they meet Tarra, a young woman interested in investing in Filosofi Kopi. Ben, who likes Tarra, agrees to the plan. Together with Tarra, Ben and Jody reopen their old shop. Jody invites Brie, a barista he met, to help Ben, but he is not happy with Brie’s ability. Despite that, Brie tries her best to work as a barista, and they expand their business by opening a new branch in Yogyakarta. Their coffee shops become popular among coffee lovers. In the middle of their success, Ben receives news that his father passed away. He travels back to his hometown to mourn. This event brings back his painful past about a sawmill company that destroyed his family’s land and killed his mother. Later, Jody also finds out that Tarra is the boss’s daughter from the sawmill company. Jody tries to keep it secret from Ben, but Ben eventually finds out. Ben becomes distant from Tarra, and their business plan together has to be taken over by Jody.
Meanwhile, Jody and Tarra travel to Makassar and Toraja as part of their business, making them closer. Ben and Brie, who look after the shop in Jakarta, also get to know each other after experiencing everything together. Jody tells Tarra about Ben’s past, and they fight over everything related to Tarra’s father’s company. They decide to close the shop temporarily. During this time, Brie listens to Ben’s problems, and Jody and Tarra become closer. Ben discovers a coffee plantation his father prepared before he died, and after deep contemplation, Ben decides to let go of his hatred and become a coffee farmer. It’s hard, but eventually, Jody decides to break up with Ben and collaborate with Tarra to continue Filosofi Kopi and learn to become a barista. The four of them remain in cooperation where Ben and Brie become coffee producers, supplying coffee for Jody and Tarra’s Filosofi Kopi coffee shops.
Review
Filosofi Kopi 2: Ben & Jody is a heartwarming tale that revolves around friendship and romance. Despite the story being similar to the first movie, it still manages to captivate viewers with the well-crafted plot and visuals. The conflicts that Ben and Jody face every day are relatable, and their solution to the problem is touching. The transition of Ben’s character from the beginning to the end of the movie brings to light the importance of family and following one’s passion.
The characters in the movie are well-portrayed by the actors. Rio Dewanto, who played Ben, did an exceptional job portraying his character’s emotional arc from anger and hatred to accepting his past gracefully. Luna Maya’s Tarra character was vibrant and confident, bringing a fresh take on the movie. It’s safe to say, Filosofi Kopi 2: Ben & Jody, is just as enjoyable as its previous movie.
The movie’s stunning cinematography is a highlight. It showcases the beauty and diversity of Indonesian landscapes and culture. From the streets of Jakarta to the coffee plantations in Toraja, the movies take viewers on an unforgettable visual journey.
In conclusion, Filosofi Kopi 2: Ben & Jody is a must-watch movie that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. It’s perfect for those who love coffee and appreciate a touching story about friendship and following one’s passion. It’s a movie that teaches the importance of family, forgiveness, and never giving up on your dreams.
