The Smurfs 2
In this live-action/animated family sequel, the Smurfs return to the human world in order to save Smurfette (voiced by Katy Perry) from the grasp of the dastardly Gargamel (Hank Azaria).
Gargarmel has created his own Smurf-like critters - the rascaly Naughties - but lacks Smurf-essence to turn them true blue. So he kidnaps Smurfette, and brings her to Paris where he enjoys adoration as a great sorcerer. The dastardly wizard plans on using Smurfette's Smurfness and the Eiffel Tower (as an antenna) to finally return home. It's up to Papa Smurf, Clumsy, Grouchy and Vanity to get help from Patrick (Neil Patrick Harris) and Grace (Jayma Mays) and save the Smurfing day.
- Director:
- Raja Gosnell ('The Smurfs', 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua', 'Scooby Doo', 'Never Been Kissed')
- Cast:
- Katy PerryGeorge LopezHank AzariaAlan CummingBrendan GleesonAnton YelchinNeil Patrick HarrisSofía VergaraChristina Ricci
Reviews & comments
Variety
pressA sequel that changes scarcely a drop of Smurf-essence in its winning formula.
Time Out
pressThere's a modicum of fun to be found in the blue-hued special effects, knockabout humour and decent voice cast.
The Dissolve
pressThe problem with Smurfs 2 isn't the message, it's the way the film repeats it so baldly and emphatically that even the youngest kids can get it.
Hollywood Reporter
pressBeyond a few chuckle-worthy one-liners and some amusing visual comedy, there's not much to engage adults, although the wee ones should be distracted enough.
Empire Magazine
pressThe little ones will respond to the cuddly blue rural dwellers. Accompanying adults will be screaming blue bloody murder.
Variety
pressA sequel that changes scarcely a drop of Smurf-essence in its winning formula.
Time Out
pressThere's a modicum of fun to be found in the blue-hued special effects, knockabout humour and decent voice cast.
The Dissolve
pressThe problem with Smurfs 2 isn't the message, it's the way the film repeats it so baldly and emphatically that even the youngest kids can get it.
Hollywood Reporter
pressBeyond a few chuckle-worthy one-liners and some amusing visual comedy, there's not much to engage adults, although the wee ones should be distracted enough.
Empire Magazine
pressThe little ones will respond to the cuddly blue rural dwellers. Accompanying adults will be screaming blue bloody murder.
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