Inside Out 2 - Movie Review

Summary

In this review, the sequel to 'Inside Out' is praised for its fresh take on adolescence and the challenges of moving on without losing one's essence. The film explores Riley's 13-year-old life with new emotions, including anxiety, and a changing social circle. Despite the absence of Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling, the movie retains its charm, offering a relatable and humorous journey that appeals to all ages. The reviewer highlights the film's success in capturing the magic of the original, with surprises and emotional depth that resonate with viewers at different life stages.

Takeaways

• 🔊 The video creator received feedback that the previous video was too quiet and promises to increase the volume in future videos.
• 🎬 'Inside Out 2' is a sequel that explores the protagonist Riley's life as a 13-year-old, dealing with the challenges of puberty and new social dynamics.
• 🏒 Riley is trying out for a hockey team and wants to fit in with a new group of friends, which introduces internal conflict with her old friends represented by the emotions inside her mind.
• 🆕 The movie introduces new emotions, and the trailers hint at these new emotions taking over, with the original emotions needing to regain control.
• 🎙️ Voice actors Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling, who voiced Fear and Disgust, do not return for this sequel, but their absence is not noticeably disruptive to the film's experience.
• 🤔 The film explores the concept of anxiety as a new emotion, which is initially questioned by the reviewer but later appreciated for its portrayal and the lesson it imparts.
• 🎉 The reviewer found 'Inside Out 2' to be free of 'sequelitis,' meaning it did not suffer from the common decline in quality seen in sequels, and maintained the charm of the original movie.
• 😅 There are moments where the emotions seem to act out of character, such as when Anger is kind and Joy is sad, but these moments are justified by the emotional impact they create.
• 👶 The film is suitable for both children and adults, offering an adventure that kids can enjoy while also providing a deeper, relatable story for older viewers.
• 🎉 The movie's theme of moving on and dealing with change is universal and can be related to by viewers of all ages, making it a timeless story.
• 💡 The reviewer highly recommends 'Inside Out 2,' suggesting it is worth watching and even purchasing on Blu-ray for its engaging story and relatable themes.

Q & A

What was the main issue viewers had with the previous video?

The main issue viewers had with the previous video was that it sounded too quiet.

What is the setting of 'Inside Out 2'?

In 'Inside Out 2', the character Riley is now 13 years old and dealing with the challenges of puberty and trying out for a hockey team with a new group of friends.

Which original voice actors did not return for 'Inside Out 2'?

Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling, who voiced Fear and Disgust, did not return for 'Inside Out 2'.

What new emotions are introduced in 'Inside Out 2'?

While the script does not specify all new emotions, it mentions that there are new emotions that take over and it's up to Joy and the old emotions to regain control.

How does the film deal with the theme of change?

The film deals with change by showing how Riley's internal world and her emotions react to her moving to a new school and trying to fit in with new friends.

What did the reviewer like about the film's portrayal of teenage life?

The reviewer appreciated how the film felt fresh and new, despite dealing with common teenage cliches, by showing the internal workings of Riley's mind and the command structure of her emotions.

What was the reviewer's initial expectation for 'Inside Out 2'?

The reviewer initially went into 'Inside Out 2' with no expectations, fearing disappointment after having high regard for the first film.

How does the film handle the portrayal of anxiety?

The film portrays anxiety in a way that initially seemed derivative of fear, but the reviewer was impressed with how it was used throughout the film and the lesson it conveyed.

What did the reviewer find to be the film's main message?

The main message of the film is about moving on, dealing with change, and the importance of maintaining one's essence despite the turmoil and pain that can come with it.

What did the reviewer think about the film's ability to resonate with different age groups?

The reviewer believes that 'Inside Out 2' can be enjoyed by children for its adventure and by older viewers who can relate to its themes and find deeper meaning in its story.

What was the reviewer's final verdict on 'Inside Out 2'?

The reviewer thought 'Inside Out 2' was great, offering a fun adventure and a relatable personal human story, and is worth watching and buying on Blu-ray.