Sonic the Hedgehog 2
After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.
- Released: 2022-03-30
- Runtime: 122 minutes
- Genre: Comedy, Family
- Stars: Ben Schwartz, Jim Carrey, Idris Elba, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Lee Majdoub, Adam Pally, Natasha Rothwell, Melody Nosipho Niemann, Shemar Moore, Tom Butler, Elfina Luk, Malik Bentalha, Claire Chust, Melody Nosipho Niemann, Donna Jay Fulks, Sarah Surh, Brad Kalilimoku, Krista Alvarez, Scott Patey, Leif Havdale, Johnson Phan, Colby Chartrand, Kevin Fortin, Jeff Sanca, Sook Hexamer, Maria Ameerali, Kyle Riefsnyder, Parker Rowell-Laferriere, Tammy Nera, Gerald Paetz, Corry Glass, David Jacox, Mike Mitchell, Heath Stevenson, Doug Chapman, Rhys Williams, Nilo Ghajar, Don Lew, Elizabeth Bowen, Vladimir Ruzich, Shay Kuebler, Keiran Bohay, Kevin Mylrea, Jared Khalifa, Aiden Cass, Andrew Kyrzyk, Stanislav Galimkhanov, Alex Bogomolov, Shaun Magee, Shawn Stewart, Barry Nerling, Simon Chin, Vladimir Raiman, Yvetta Fisher, Adrian Hein, Jess Lundgren, Steven Chang, Ted Barba, Brennan Dyson, Saida Dyson, Katie Wright Pere, Ha'a Keaulana, Quinn Early, Cheryl Lewis, Angela Meryl, Ashlei Tave, Mariah Dyson, Tavita Woodard, Ernie Jackson, Rob 'Sluggo' Boyce, Robert Zen Humpage, Fraser Corbett, Marcus Aurelio, Jason Triplett, Eli Olson, Mike Rufino, Nito Larioza, Chad Keaulana, Paul Lazenby, Peter Brown, Nicholas Dohy, Leighton Hara, Joel Hyrland, Zac Vran, Russell Lee, Anna Tenney, Preston Blaine Arsement, Nate Vale, Connor Rooke, Baden Warmsely, Doug Chapman
- Director: Jeff Fowler
Comments
- namikazecheetah - 3 June 2024
First class Sequel
Sonic sequel is the best sequel ever i have ever seen. I thought Robotnik is gonna be back later in the movies. Robotnik is back with new motive and allies to take revenge on the blue hero who is sworn to protect the earth from threat like him .Robotnik actor excels and the new characters were top-notch in their part and they must be hailed as a superior version. The voice actor is catch on and they are very good at understanding each and evry part of the game to the big screen. This movie and sequel is loved by everyone in the corner of the world. It recieves lots of love and they are superior in term of its writings. - I_Ailurophile - 29 February 2024
Marvelously entertaining, a joyful blend of action, humor, and heart
Setting aside the fiasco of the title character's design, and of how the animation studio was treated, the first movie was an unexpected treasure. In a world where videogame films have long been infamous for low quality, 'Sonic the Hedgehog' was a welcome breath of fresh air in its smart blend of action and humor. As the same creative team and cast return for the sequel alongside some new additions we could be assured of getting more of the same mix of lighthearted wit and silliness, more somber beats and action sequences, heartfelt storytelling, and plentiful references, especially to Sega's classic games. With some extra helpings of kid-friendly juvenile comedy and irreverent, abject cartoonishness among all else, this 2022 flick quickly establishes that it is indeed cut from the same cloth, and it's a lot of fun right from the start. I assumed I'd like it, and 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' does not disappoint!
Everyone on hand had their work cut out for them, particularly the animation houses and effects artists who brought Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and all the most fantastical elements of computer-generated imagery to bear. Be that as it may, such bits look as realistic and believable as they could, and more to the point, it's hard not to imagine that all involved were having a blast in putting this picture together: from top to bottom it's filled with animated performances, high energy, and highfalutin antics that speak to a joyful, carefree sense of living in the moment and embracing the spirit of it all. Among the live-action cast new supporting co-star Natasha Rothwell unquestionably steals the show from even returning James Marsden and Tika Sumpter, though make no mistake that Jim Carrey is definitely living his best life as Dr. Robotnik; with his knack for wild facial expressions and unfailing weirdness, this is the Carrey we know and love. Ben Schwartz once again breathes splendid life into Sonic with his voice, and among other voice actors like Donna J. Fulks and Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Idris Elba is clearly reveling in the personality he gets to embody with Knuckles. Even the folks who contributed to the costume design, hair, makeup, and props made the most of the license they were given (both proverbially and literally), and the sets and digital environments are superb.
This is to say nothing of the myriad sly references to Sega's landmark franchise, the great excitement of the action sequences, and the wonderful, sheer cleverness of the screenplay assembled by John Whittington and returning writers Pat Casey and Josh Miller. The dialogue, characterizations, and scene writing are all chock-full of tongue-in-cheek vitality, and the plot and the feature as a whole lean even more into the fanciful, free-wheeling flippancy of Saturday Morning and all the playfulness that can be summoned by centering a fast-talking, sharp-witted blue hedgehog. The title cheerfully toys even with its sound, and the use of popular songs; Robotnik's big villainous move in the last act is paired with an especially fabulous choice. This is hardly to count out Tom Holkenborg's original score, deftly matching every mood, and at its most sweeping, ponderous, and dramatic the themes would fit right in with the most big-budget action blockbusters of modern cinema. Somewhat emphasizing the point, between the course of events here and the introduction of new friends for Sonic, there is no small sense of kinship with the bloated superhero saga of Marvel - but thankfully trimmed, concise, and more self-aware. Some small moments plainly echo and/or best like odds and ends in more celebrated pieces, whether in their action, in their comedy, or in their wholehearted earnestness, while certainly staking its own territory.
The result of all this is a marvelously entertaining picture that in my opinion quite stands shoulder to shoulder with its predecessor. Every now and again I had my doubts; some of the frivolity is a tad too childish for its own good, and I don't think it's unreasonable to wonder if two hours wasn't still a tad excessive for something of this tenor. And still, when all is said and done, 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' is stupendously well-rounded, benefiting from all the utmost skill, intelligence, and care of contributors who knew how important it was to make something enjoyable, but also to make it matter in a manner that would endure. From one person to the next all are to be congratulated for turning out another total gem, not least filmmaker Jeff Fowler whose vision helped to shape the second into a reverie worthy of the first. I had mixed expectations when I sat to watch and I'm very pleased that they have actually been exceeded; to whatever extent I found myself thinking, at one point or another while watching, that this didn't quite match the antecedent, by the time the ending rolls around I was completely sold. Opinions will vary and we all have our personal preferences, and I will say that even for all my praise I don't necessarily think this is an absolute must-see. If you do have the chance to check it out, however, and you like what the movie entails, then I'm happy to give 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' my high recommendation!
