Condemned-Soul Paddington 2 is an impressive sequel that surpasses the first with dazzling skill. From beginning to end, this family adventure serves up enough humour to keep all ages entertained. A narrative that is simple yet satisfying is no common feat, and Paddington 2 achieves the unexpected of becoming one of last year's most enjoyable films. With a wide range of comedic talent, noteworthy cameos, and classic British humour, there's no shortage of chuckles and slapstick, all executed by a strong cast of recognisable faces. A sharp script makes valuable use of every scenario, emphasising the comedy in a well-paced story home to the dastardly scheme carried out by Hugh Grant's hilariously conniving villain; a performance that is sure to please fans and appeal to younger audiences. Overall Paddington 2 is a resounding success, a result of perfect comic timing from all involved on set, and the profound skill from all those working behind the scenes to produce a joyful adventure that more than qualifies the right to get another sequel. 9/10!

mihai_chindris So happy to see our beloved bear "back on stage". He made a thunderous comeback, old good looking as always, ready to shake the audience and bring them some laughter. The adventures he has call for brand new friends, who are eager to help him achieve his goals and complete his tasks. I invite to join him on his majestic journey through the wildness of London. It'll be quite a ride.

Neil Welch Small Peruvian floppy-hatted bear Paddington, now comfortably and lovingly ensconced with the Brown family, is looking to send a book to his Aunt Lucy. Unfortunately it contains clues to a treasure and Paddington ends up in prison, framed for a crime he didn't commit, while the real criminal is on the treasure trail. Can the Browns (and Paddington's fellow prisoners) obtain justice for the loveable little fellow?Well, no prizes for guessing the answer, but the journey to get to it is sheer delight from start to finish. The story, if improbable, is beautifully textured and works perfectly. The visuals are carried off peerlessly and the editing, particularly transitions between scenes, are imaginative and cleverly executed. The script, as well as telling the story well, is warm, witty, very funny (both verbally and sight gags), full of jeopardy and memorable characters: it is an object lesson in what a script should be.The cast are excellent. Ben Whishaw's voice acting is superb (there is an almost inaudible sigh at one point, touchingly subtle). And Hugh Grant is a revelation in an hilarious performance where he manages to spoof himself as well as demonstrating unsuspected versatility. His song and dance routine over the closing titles is hysterical.This is not only a wonderful family film, it is a wonderful film full stop, and I recommend it highly.

capone666 Paddington 2Bears make great house pets until they wake from hibernation bloodthirsty.Fortunately, the Ursa Minor in this animated-comedy can be easily overpowered.Entrenched in the fabric of the Brown family (Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins), domesticated bear Paddington (Ben Whishaw) hopes to show his appreciation to his human hosts by buying his adoptive aunt (Imelda Staunton) an antique pop-up book for her birthday. But when the tome turns up missing from Mr. Gruber's (Jim Broadbent) shop, Paddington is sent to prison, while the real culprit uses the manuscript to locate lost treasure.Charming as ever, this delightful sequel to the pleasantly surprising original adaptation of the kid lit favourite is as brilliant as the first. While the computer rendering of the titular character remains hyper-realistic, the family friendly storyline is even more thoughtful while the supporting human cast is hilarious.Moreover, incarcerating bears is a surefire way to solve prison overpopulation. Green Lightvidiotreviews.blogspot.ca