Now You See Me 2
Summit Entertainment | Release Date: June 10, 2016
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SeanVincentJun 18, 2016
This isn't a bad movie nor a great one,it's somewhat in the middle that it is really up to you to decide.
Me? The movie is an enjoyable dumb film that requires you to turn off your brain,it is also my new guilty pleasure film with magicThis isn't a bad movie nor a great one,it's somewhat in the middle that it is really up to you to decide.
Me? The movie is an enjoyable dumb film that requires you to turn off your brain,it is also my new guilty pleasure film with magic tricks that are undeniably inconceivable with the power of visual effects.Characters are dull which you won't feel startle of them or even care cause you know they can get a way out of their dumb problems,they feel invincible and you won't get an emotional connection cause all of them are unvarying(Except for the Hulk's character) but only saved by their chemistry cause is on point.Plot is uninteresting and that's all.There is so many continuity errors and pacing issues in the film that can be sometimes noticeable.The movie is cliche or predictable and it makes this film just so generic,mediocre or just a dumb popcorn flick.

Now You See Me 2 isn't as entertaining as it's predecessor,it didn't brings new to table but brought us the predictable formula and tricks that wants you to throw you brain on the cinema floor or drink a lot of alcohol to get drunk in order to fully enjoy the film if you are a type of person who question everything or skeptic and always nitpicks or too smart to watch this film… Expand
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5
GreatMartinJun 10, 2016
You walk into "Now You See Me 2" knowing what you will get! You check the logic sense of your brain at the door entrance to the theatre because while some of the magic tricks are explained even the screen writer Ed Solomon couldn't or doesn'tYou walk into "Now You See Me 2" knowing what you will get! You check the logic sense of your brain at the door entrance to the theatre because while some of the magic tricks are explained even the screen writer Ed Solomon couldn't or doesn't explain them all just like the nerd in us couldn't explain what was going on except some guys wanted a computer gadget that would let them rule the world.

This is a movie where you try--and won't succeed--in keeping count of the chases, windows and all sorts of glass that crash, the fights, the double crosses, motorcycles going wild, impossible turns in the story but the cast will keep you on the edge of your seat at certain points though you don't know why or even know how the scene will turn out.

The director Jon M. Chu, the film editor Stan Salfas and visual effects supervisor Matt Johnson had their work cut out for them and they all succeeded as did the actors from Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Daniel Radcliffe, Lizzy Caplan, Jay Chou, Sanaa Lathan, David Warshofsky, Tsai Chin to the good, always reliable, veterans Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine. The only misstep is Woody Harrelson's twin but you'll have to see the movie to know what I am talking about though, looking back, it may not have been a misstep.

"Now You See Me 2" is just for sheer entertainment though at 129 minutes it is asking a bit too much from the audience. It may not make sense, it may be all over the place--and world--but it has laughs, suspense, a lot of noise, some thinking for nerds, enough action for fight and chase seekers, even a hinted at love story and certainly an ending that leave a "Now You See Me" open for another sequel!… Expand
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Brent_MarchantJun 12, 2016
Although not quite up to par with its predecessor, as sequels go, this followup to its fun, playful parent is nevertheless entertaining throughout, albeit a bit overlong and, at times, a little forced. Its clever tricks and intriguing twistsAlthough not quite up to par with its predecessor, as sequels go, this followup to its fun, playful parent is nevertheless entertaining throughout, albeit a bit overlong and, at times, a little forced. Its clever tricks and intriguing twists and turns generally hold viewer interest, though one particular sequence goes on too long for its own good. All in all, a modestly enjoyable afternoon at the show.… Expand
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shiftworkerNov 30, 2016
Magical crime. Like most sequels, this is a disappointment. It's overlong and the pace was uneven. The cast do their best though, and its clever enough to keep your mind awake for the whole film.
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Graham433Jun 11, 2016
Now You See Me 2 is a rather mediocre movie. The director is Jon M. Chu director of Justin Bieber: Never Say Never and Jem and the Holograms which are horrible movies and got very low metascores. What I don't understand is why didn't theyNow You See Me 2 is a rather mediocre movie. The director is Jon M. Chu director of Justin Bieber: Never Say Never and Jem and the Holograms which are horrible movies and got very low metascores. What I don't understand is why didn't they have Lewis Letterier back as director and why did Lizzie Caplan replace Isla Fisher. The movie is flawed but it isn't dreadful. Overall, it should only be seen if you had nothing better to do or if you liked the first one.… Expand
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tropicAcesJun 10, 2016
They missed a golden opportunity by not calling this "Now You Don't," but I digress.

This is literally the same film as the first. It's got some fun tricks and an amazing cast, but the big "twist" at the end is illogical and out of leftThey missed a golden opportunity by not calling this "Now You Don't," but I digress.

This is literally the same film as the first. It's got some fun tricks and an amazing cast, but the big "twist" at the end is illogical and out of left field. It starts as turn-your-brain-off fun but the film eventually just refuses to end and becomes a chore, and Dave Franco's handsome face can't save it.… Expand
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eagleeyevikingJun 10, 2016
Now You See Me 2 improves upon the original in terms of visual effects and style. However, the characters (aside from Mark Ruffalo) remain one note and the plot here is preposterous from start to finish.
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Patrick94Sep 10, 2016
Not really much of an improvement over the first one. There's just too much going on. The thing that makes movies like The Prestige and The Illusionist work is that while the magic tricks and their explanations in those movies areNot really much of an improvement over the first one. There's just too much going on. The thing that makes movies like The Prestige and The Illusionist work is that while the magic tricks and their explanations in those movies are unrealistic, they're still in a way believable and shocking and the tricks themselves are impressive. Everything in Now you see me and it's sequel is just downright ridiculous to a point where it's exhausting. There's no real build-up, there's no investment from me personally because I already know that everything happening in the movie is done with CGI, and it's all so predictable. They make the horsemen out to be these superhero magicians that everyone cheers when to me they come across as people on a stage touting magic tricks that aren't even real… Expand
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JoeWilliamsJun 11, 2016
It's a dumb fun film.If you like the first film you will feel the same with this,with good characters and a good cast with insane tricks with again a great twist in the end.Now you see me 2 is a must see dumb film.
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EpicLadySpongeJun 10, 2016
You see me, now you don't, now you see me twice, now you don't twice. In a game of Now You See Me, magic is always played on the field such as magic cards and several magic tricks. Sadly, this not only brings the conclusion of this magicYou see me, now you don't, now you see me twice, now you don't twice. In a game of Now You See Me, magic is always played on the field such as magic cards and several magic tricks. Sadly, this not only brings the conclusion of this magic madness, but it also brings the tired clichés into action.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerSep 8, 2016
Sillier and cheesier, this perhaps unnecessary sequel is just concerned about the fun. It doesn't take itself too seriously. It's more excessive with it's visuals and more over the top with it's plot and tricks. While not all of them are bad,Sillier and cheesier, this perhaps unnecessary sequel is just concerned about the fun. It doesn't take itself too seriously. It's more excessive with it's visuals and more over the top with it's plot and tricks. While not all of them are bad, it's ridiculous flourishes keep this sequel from attaining what made it's predecessor such a surprise hit. That being said, it's not without it's entertaining moments.

Things like Woody Harrelson's delightful double performance and the inclusion of the always wonderful Daniel Radcliffe are greatly appreciated. Lizzy Caplan joining the cast is not. Meant to be the comedic relief, Caplan's character ends up being grating instead.

The plot itself is fine, but it's beats are familiar. It tries to fit in so many different twists and character reveals that it just feels too packed that it's hard to care about everything going on. Maybe it's time to trim down on the number of heroes and villains here.

Mark Ruffalo gets the majority of the attention here. His character is left with the more serious side of the plot, while Eisenberg and the rest of the horsemen are left to wander around and pull off flashy tricks. Considering they're the ones doing the cool stuff, perhaps we should've been focusing on them.

So how is the magic in this sequel? That is, after all, the biggest part of the movie. Well, quite frankly they are stunning. There are a lot of cool, crazy things happening onscreen. It's the one part where the movie goes bigger and actually does end up with something better. It also doesn't skimp out on the explanations either. Things like an extended card throwing sequence (not exactly magic, but still cool) and Eisenberg controlling the rain are a treat to watch. The only problem is that it's biggest trick is one you can see coming from a mile away.

When it comes to the flash, spectacle, and magic tricks this sequel doesn't let viewers down. However when it comes to the plot holding it together it stumbles. Quite a few of it's reveals are obvious and familiar. It's big ending trick is one you'll know how it plays out. It's inability to take itself seriously does lead to some entertainment, but ultimately hurts it in the end. Yet, the horseman still have a few tricks up their sleeves to make it not a total waste of time for fans of the first movie.

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3ebfan511Feb 9, 2017
A bit disappointing. The first one was dumb, but had decent characters, humor, a slight love story thrown in, and tricks that were actually explained, or at least...sortof...possibly plausable to keep you invested and keep the story groundedA bit disappointing. The first one was dumb, but had decent characters, humor, a slight love story thrown in, and tricks that were actually explained, or at least...sortof...possibly plausable to keep you invested and keep the story grounded and keep me into it. This film...had very few of those things. The witty banter is there between the characters which makes it vaguely enjoyable to watch, but the plot is beyond stupid, and the tricks are just over the top and not even believable to the point that you just stop caring about what you are watching, the last trick specifically was quite unrealistic and a poor ending, and one scene in the middle was also laughable in how silly and unrealistic it was. Also there wasn't much of a love story, I liked Isla Fisher better than the new girl they brought in (she was OK but just OK) and one of the bad guys was just annoying and the other bad guy was predictable. Poor plot, unbelievable "Tricks" that they don't even explain and were just thrown on screen to sell tickets...poor movie overall but mildly entertaining possibly if you liked the first one.… Expand
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Kai82Dec 14, 2019
They should have stopped after the first movie (I gave it a 10/10). There are ideas that work only ones and are wasted in a sequel. This is caused because you expect more and the sequel has to be upped to eleven. I want to say it is not a badThey should have stopped after the first movie (I gave it a 10/10). There are ideas that work only ones and are wasted in a sequel. This is caused because you expect more and the sequel has to be upped to eleven. I want to say it is not a bad movie but inferior to the first. The twist don't work that great and the final is a little bit unbelievable. I have no complains with the characters. There is some development that fells natural. The visuals and soundtrack are also O.K. My overall complaint would be that the parts of the story are not well fitting and the character chemistry is a bit off. Maybe the first movie has driven my expectations to high (and my rating down). My advice is watch and rate this movie for yourself if its available on TV. You should definitely watch the first one.… Expand
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JoeCoolMay 26, 2019
Some witty chit chat, over the top and mostly unnecessary tricks not even fun to watch, just silly and unrealistic. Poor story overall, stopped caring about halfway through the movie. Disappointed is the word that best describes how I feelSome witty chit chat, over the top and mostly unnecessary tricks not even fun to watch, just silly and unrealistic. Poor story overall, stopped caring about halfway through the movie. Disappointed is the word that best describes how I feel after seeing this movie.… Expand
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LeZeeSep 29, 2016
Not seeing what's coming to them, but overcoming is their task to complete.

I never thought a sequel would be made. Now it seems this will going to be an unstoppable franchise, we could expect more, the next one was official, especiallyNot seeing what's coming to them, but overcoming is their task to complete.

I never thought a sequel would be made. Now it seems this will going to be an unstoppable franchise, we could expect more, the next one was official, especially after considering how this film fared at the box office. All the main cast returned with the new ones. I think Daniel Radcliffe was good, first time I had impression like that on him after Harry Potter series. So good to see the two legends, Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine. The rest of the cast was good, but nothing to praise like they have pulled off the impossible. Overall, this is a good follow-up, but not best I was looking for. Though, the writing and direction were decent with some nice Chinese locations.

The story follows after some time where the first one ended. After the biggest heist, now they are back with the new public shows. A new member was included, a female to balance with the existing ones. While performing a show, they had to abort it in the middle when the cops raid them. This time they are tricked by some unknown people and land in a foreign territory. In order to escape from there, they had to play what was instructed to them and so they comply with it. When their boss comes to their rescue, the things around them begin to change. So how it all ends was another twist.

The film was two hours long, but not bad to hook for that long when pace and the story looked better. I'm not fully satisfied, particularly about the China. I know Hollywood found its second home, but that does not mean they have to add China flavour all the time to just make money in China. They might succeed from it, particularly from earning Yuan, but I'm the not happy, the world is not happy about that. You can make full length China subject film, but this kind of altering script is becoming sick. Because all the major films trying to do the same thing. I disliked this from that perspective. So sorry Hollywood, better luck next time.

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marcmyworksSep 14, 2016
Though there is an amazing addition of Lizzy Caplan and Daniel Radcliffe, this sequel really undoes all the wonder of the original and is quite a messy production. The overall film was pretty predictable.
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moviemitch96Jun 19, 2016
On the contrary to what many of the critics thought of the first film, I found it to be really underrated and enjoyed it for its unique and fun premise. However, I'd have to somewhat agree with them on this one. This sequel really bringsOn the contrary to what many of the critics thought of the first film, I found it to be really underrated and enjoyed it for its unique and fun premise. However, I'd have to somewhat agree with them on this one. This sequel really brings nothing new to the table and became more and more predictable as it progressed. The story I found to be kind of lazy and in addition, unfortunately the original cast (Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Michael Caine, and Morgan Freeman), as well as new additions (Daniel Radcliffe and Lizzy Caplan) couldn't do much to save it. Overall, just like with the first film, this one has its fair share of fun and clever moments, but the weak and uninspired story and overall predictability held back its potential.… Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
The second film isn't anything special just like the previous one. Daniel, Jesse, and Mark all genuinely do very well. Especially Mark. There were a lot of head scratching moments and unrealistic scenarios, But at least like the first one theThe second film isn't anything special just like the previous one. Daniel, Jesse, and Mark all genuinely do very well. Especially Mark. There were a lot of head scratching moments and unrealistic scenarios, But at least like the first one the movie knows its dumb. Also the movie has some very bad editing at points. But overall the movie is fine. You'll have some dumb, stupid fun.… Expand
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LanceypooJun 22, 2016
It's definitely not a bad film, but it's no where near as good and interesting as the first. Where the first was mysterious, the sequel is just confusing. Not in the style of difficult to understand, but it is just all over the place tryingIt's definitely not a bad film, but it's no where near as good and interesting as the first. Where the first was mysterious, the sequel is just confusing. Not in the style of difficult to understand, but it is just all over the place trying to make everything incredibly complicated and mysterious to the point where it all just comes off as annoying. The WORST part by far is how they wrote in the new girl to take the old actress's place. She shows up and Dylan literally just says "she has potential" and bam, she's now part of the horsemen. The laziest writing I have ever witnessed… Expand
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AldenMcDormandJun 11, 2016
Now You See Me 2 is an exciting, surprising and fun film that is definitely worth seeing. The film is full of amazing tricks and illusions that live up toe expectations you are looking for. Harrelson, Eisenberg, Franco, Ruffalo and newNow You See Me 2 is an exciting, surprising and fun film that is definitely worth seeing. The film is full of amazing tricks and illusions that live up toe expectations you are looking for. Harrelson, Eisenberg, Franco, Ruffalo and new actress Caplan pull off the roles of the horsemen perfectly. However, as much as the film is good, it does have its faults. The film starts off very slow and if you are not fully paying attention can easily get complicated. Also, the film is quite similar to the first one. Although, in saying this the element of surprise that we were all looking for in the Now You See Me sequel makes up for the faults that it has. I would recommend this film to anyone who loves magic and spectacular special effects.… Expand
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JonZsuJun 28, 2016
Now You See Me 2 is not as glamorous as its packages says, which is the same problem of the last one. Nothing makes sense in it, even knowing that everything is a "magic trick". An easily forget plot cannot be magical or original or cool,Now You See Me 2 is not as glamorous as its packages says, which is the same problem of the last one. Nothing makes sense in it, even knowing that everything is a "magic trick". An easily forget plot cannot be magical or original or cool, however, the film is not so boring to watch.… Expand
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ArthurSpoonerJul 3, 2016
I'm a big fan of the first film and was very much looking forward to the sequel, but it sadly didn't live up to its predecessor. First off, the departure of Isla Fisher and sloppy introduction of Lizzy Caplan as the "girl horseman" threw offI'm a big fan of the first film and was very much looking forward to the sequel, but it sadly didn't live up to its predecessor. First off, the departure of Isla Fisher and sloppy introduction of Lizzy Caplan as the "girl horseman" threw off the chemistry that the horsemen had developed from the first film; had the producers waited to shoot until after Fisher's pregnancy in order to keep her in, I feel that the sequel would have slightly improved. However, there were other shortcomings as well, the most significant being a poorly constructed plot that seemed to create confusion and complication just for confusion and complication's sake. In addition, the POV switch from the horsemen to Rhodes took away from the magic of the main cast, and the ending, while attempting to mimic the twist of the first film, was far from shocking. All in all, I'd say that the original Now You See Me is worthy of multiple viewings, but you likely won't regret it if you pass over the sequel.… Expand
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JyroJyroAug 29, 2017
A trivial sequel that aims to impress the viewer by baffling them with a strange array of goofy tricks and comedy cheese. Its certainly ridiculous, but also occasionally enjoyable as the ensemble cast try their upmost to be as silly as the film.
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WhereismymindAug 18, 2016
Just like the first installment this is a fun little movie with cool sequences that doesn't make a lot of sense. I don't think it has improved upon the first NYSM, it felt like the magic elements had been reduced and so the movie lost a bitJust like the first installment this is a fun little movie with cool sequences that doesn't make a lot of sense. I don't think it has improved upon the first NYSM, it felt like the magic elements had been reduced and so the movie lost a bit of the original's charm. I don't think it offers a lot as a sequel, since we're left with virtually the same cliffhangers we had on the first movie. The only characters that are still interesting are the ones played by Mark Ruffalo and Morgan Freeman, the other ones offered style and not a lot of substance (except for Woody Harrelson's dumb brother, who simply left me scratching my head).
Even with it's flaws this is a watchable film that will keep you entertained for a couple hours, but don't go in expecting to be mind blown.… Expand
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alva3901Nov 4, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first Now You See Me was a very enjoyable and entertaining flick that boasted a good cast and visually impressive stunts. The second, called Now You See Me 2, on the other hand was mediocre at best lacking the 'wow' factor of the first. Still boasting the stellar cast of the first movie with the added Daniel Radcliffe and Lizzy Caplan, who replaces Isla Fisher as the 'girl' horseman in the group, the second act as it is so-called, tries hard to make an intelligent story. This attempt backfires as the plot becomes bloated and too complex to understand towards the end of the movie, and the tricks become unconvincing.

The Four Horseman, Daniel Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg), Merritt McKinney (Woody Harrelson), Jack Wilder (Dave Franco) and Lulla (Lizzy Caplan), are hiding and the FBI are searching for them. They have been waiting for over a year to return to the stage and the leader of the Horseman, Dylan Rhodes, played by Mark Ruffalo, orchestrates there comeback. But as there jubilant return seemed to be going smoothly, the stage is hijacked by Walter Mabry, played by the magical Daniel Radcliffe. The magicians are then sent to Macau, where Walter awaits them. His goal is find and steal a computer chip with the ability to decrypt all of the data in the world using the Four Horsemans thieving skills. Rhodes is arrested as the FBI find out about his connection with the Horseman, but he escapes and gets a call from Thaddeus Bradley (Morgan Freeman), the magician he blames for the death of father, who says he is able to help Dylan. But the deal can only be done if Dylan can get him out of prison. This plot seems easy enough to understand, but as the movie continues to develop, it becomes a whole lot more complicated than you would've thought. The movies continuing story becomes implausible, in particular the part about the computer chip. There are many things I enjoyed with the movie but there also seems to be a little problem after that. As a whole, the visuals are really good, but there are times were it goes a bit too far (back to implausible). The cast and acting was good, but the characters are very much the same as in the first movie. There is nothing new about them, with the exception of Mark Ruffalo's character. We are given a better and more thoughtful backstory about his past, and more emotional understanding. Out of the horseman, Woody Harrison's character is the only one whose past is even talked about when his brother comes into the frame, which didn't really do much to the movie. I personally didn't like it that much. I enjoyed Isla Fishers replacement in Lizzy Caplan. She was a fun and provides some positive energy to the group, which contain some boring members. She has a personality which some of the characters lacked, but her role only took a bad-turn when she and Dave Franco's character, Jack Wilder, entered a horribly-developed relationship, which had nonsensical impact on the already bloated story. As long as the team had chemistry, which they did, I was fine with some of the minor problems.

The tricks were impressive but I didn't find the 'wow' factor like I did in the first movie. Also, as Thaddeus was a magic debunker, I would've liked, even for a brief minute or two, for him to explain how some of the tricks worked, which would've helped the audience, but also expand his role in the movie, especially as he is such a great actor. Continuing on with the tricks, I wish that they didn't all have to have some sort-of CGI work on them. One of the things I liked about the first movie were some of the tricks didn't require CG work at all because they were entirely performed by the magician. Though I know that the people performing the tricks are not magicians, they could've at least applied some free-hand stuff for the actors to perform.

Overall, the movie, despite its bloated story and extensive CGI work, was entertaining and fun to watch. It has some resemblance to the first movie, which I didn't entirely enjoy, and hope that if they do make a third (I hear they are) that they make a more believable and different story, continuing on with some of the great visual effects.… Expand
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LORDtroldemort1Sep 1, 2019
Now you see me 2 is (most of the time) an incoherant, uneven and very messy movie... but if viewers go in with low expectations and a mind set that anything is possible, then it can be quite a fun film.
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BootsyFeverNov 21, 2019
Praise the lord, the dark hole of the first movie has been removed (Isla Fischer if you don’t remember) and been replaced by the exceptional Lizzy Caplan. Who, dare I say, has been wonderfully cast, except for the fact that she has beenPraise the lord, the dark hole of the first movie has been removed (Isla Fischer if you don’t remember) and been replaced by the exceptional Lizzy Caplan. Who, dare I say, has been wonderfully cast, except for the fact that she has been forced into a love interest with Dave Franco, but I digress.

It’s amazing that such a small change has paid dividends and has led to the 2nd incarnation of the magic heist film a more tolerable movie going experience. Is Now You See Me 2 perfect? No, not even close, but it is paced more cohesively and is centred around a theme (security in the 21st century) that I can momentarily invest myself in. Credit should go to director Jon M. Chu who was able to put together compelling scenes and keeps the film on track. The momentum of the film feels about right and climaxes well even if the ending was a little poor, more on the ending later.

Where the film does fall apart is once again in character development/arch. Daniel Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg) wants to be the leader but learns his not, pretty boring. Jack Wilder (Dave Franco) falls in love with Lula (Lizzy Caplan), pretty boring even though I loved the Caplan implementation. We find out that Merrit McKinney (Woody Harrelson) has an evil twin brother Chase (Also Woody) which is a very difficult pill to swallow but you learn to accept it. And Dylan Rhodes (Mark Ruffalo) is all over the place.

These character failures really come down to the objective of the movie; too shock, too awe and too swerve. In order to do this it sacrifices character cohesiveness and it doesn’t take long for a character like Rhodes to totally lose his identity all together.
For example Rhodes very quickly gets founded out as a rat and part of this magical mafia, the Horseman then get kidnapped and Rhodes who ends the first film as a calm, collected, magician is substituted for this brooding, out of his element character that is more likened to his FBI persona. It’s confusing and leaves a sour taste in my mouth. Though, I will credit the introduction of Daniel Radcliffe into the mix whose tone and energy was a nice touch to the antagonist role, that wasn’t full of cliché on liners and inexplicable motivations. But back to that ending; though there is nothing technically wrong with it, it was just kind of a letdown. Basically the Horseman are back on top after being subjected to the evildoers and Chinese ninjas and are sprinting to end the film with one last hurrah, as expected of course. It starts off well with a few mini performances around London but the big reveal at the end left me a little high and dry (trust me that’s funny watch the film). What made it that much worse is there was this incredibly long explanation after the bad guys were jibbed that involved the horseman explaining their victory while the bad guys stand there with no thought of trying to escape. It was just weird. This ending exemplifies this franchise so far. It has many things going for it, strong acting pedigree and compelling a concept and what I am most impressed with is that it has improved on itself. But what still concerns me and what leads to the film falling flat is with incessant need to make sacrifices in order to achieve a cheap surprise or lead to an overpriced computer generated sequence. Now You See Me 2 is a step in the right direction but it still has a long way to go to.… Expand
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AlexeySoltanDec 30, 2021
new woman illusionist is useless and annoying.................................................
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DonnieTrumpFeb 3, 2021
For some reason I really hated the first movie, but the second one is actually quite owkey. It's a brainless popcorn flick about magic and robbery and that is what you can expect. Actors such as Morgan Freeman and Mark Ruffalo have taken aFor some reason I really hated the first movie, but the second one is actually quite owkey. It's a brainless popcorn flick about magic and robbery and that is what you can expect. Actors such as Morgan Freeman and Mark Ruffalo have taken a seat back and perform their best B-movie acting you can imagine. Even Jesse Eisenberg didn't annoy me. Only the 'in your face' attitude of Lizzy Caplan's character felt somewhat exaggerated.… Expand
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KJ_20Mar 23, 2022
The Best Magic trick is to complete remove more than half of this movie, because in simple words it is pure garbage. Full of unnessecary scenes, another horrible plot and acting, and more predictable events, you cant help but wonder, Why onThe Best Magic trick is to complete remove more than half of this movie, because in simple words it is pure garbage. Full of unnessecary scenes, another horrible plot and acting, and more predictable events, you cant help but wonder, Why on Earth did that happen? It makes no sense. But, above all that huge mess, you have a wonderful soundtrack and visuals, whom without, this movie would be unwatchable.… Expand
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