Zoolander 2
Ben Stiller's sequel to his own high-fashion comedy Zoolander, which lifted the lid on the little known world of male modelling. Stiller's Tropic Thunder co-writer Justin Theroux pens the script, while co-stars Owen Wilson and Will Ferrell return.
Stiller told Empire magazine: "It’s ten years later and most of it is set in Europe... though the last movie ended on a happy note a lot of things have happened in the meantime. Their lives have changed and they’re not really relevant anymore. It’s a new world for them. Will Ferrell is written into the script and he’s expressed interest in doing it. I think Mugatu is an integral part of the Zoolander story, so yes, he features in a big way."
- Director:
- Ben Stiller ('The Secret Life of Walter Mitty', 'The Cable Guy', 'Zoolander', 'Tropic Thunder')
- Writer:
- Justin Theroux
- Cast:
- Ben StillerOwen WilsonWill FerrellPenélope CruzChristine TaylorKim Kardashian WestKristen Wiig
Reviews & comments
Flicks, Steve Newall
flicksFifteen years ago, Zoolander set the world alight with its comedic blend of satire and silliness. That’s a long, long time in comedy - witness how far the three Austin Powers films fell thanks to oversaturating pop culture (and running out of good gags) in just one third of that. While Ben Stiller’s sequel may explicitly address the time that’s passed, Derek and Hansel are all but forgotten by the world as the film commences, Blue Steel and countless catchphrases have never been anything less than ubiquitous since 2001. Like Mike Myers before him, Stiller’s challenge is to deliver what people want (more of the same) without sliding into the tedium of the imitators Zoolander spawned. The results are mixed, and that’s being charitable.
Poo-lander... literally!
I love Zoolander so I was super hyped for the 2nd instalment. Um... NOT! OMG, what were they thinking? The only good thing about it was the game "spot the celeb." The old regurgitated jokes were tiring and at times, testing! Sometimes there are things that there should only be one of, like a collectable. In this case, open, play and dispose!
Great jokes, not so great storyline
Zoolander 2 feels like a collection of scenes put together rather than a story flowing from beginning to end. It has great jokes in some scenes but also has some very odd pacing in others. Watch it for a great time but don't remember to switch off before entering :)
Stupid but enjoyable
This movie is utterly ridiculous but serves to be very funny; the humour is fit to a certain taste, and if you are easily offended or believe yourself above 'stupid humour' then this movie is not for you. While it falls short of being anything truly amazing, it is a nice follow up to the first movie and a solid comedy.
Don't sully your memories of the original
The original Zoolander is pretty silly and dumb but it managed to work somehow. There were endless quotable lines and some pretty funny gags. This, however, was just a mess, and I only managed to snigger a couple of times. Watch Vogue's 73 questions with Derek instead of this movie - it was way funnier.
Go-Away-Lander2
Zoolander2 - Craptastically funny, please exit your head & leave your brain at the door. In the same normality disregard as ’Spy’ ‘Zoolander’ ‘Tropic Thunder’ ‘Dogeball’ etc . It is a stupidly good film, thoughtless, plot holes and a lot of it makes no sense, but there in lies the beauty that is Zealander (please don’t make another). Simple, either you will...
Total Film
pressMore Blue Steel than Magnum, this is a perfectly serviceable sequel, but dogged by repetition, it lacks the original's speed and sizzle.
The Guardian
pressDerek and Hansel aren't as hot right now as they used to be. But I still felt some warmth.
Sydney Morning Herald
pressThere are enough off-beat jokes and gifted performers to ensure a good time.
Little White Lies
pressEasy targets are listlessly ticked off and the final credits come as a sweet release
Hollywood Reporter
pressThe imbecilic charms of a character that began as TV sketch material are too often misplaced in this wildly over-plotted, under-energized action comedy, plumped to bursting point with celebrity cameos.
FilmInk
pressLike its predecessor, the best bits of this sequel are in the isolated moments...
Empire Magazine
pressIt's a likable mess, although it lacks the memorable lines of the first, making it liable to be enjoyed once and forgotten, rather than revisited for years to come.
Flicks, Steve Newall
flicksFifteen years ago, Zoolander set the world alight with its comedic blend of satire and silliness. That’s a long, long time in comedy - witness how far the three Austin Powers films fell thanks to oversaturating pop culture (and running out of good gags) in just one third of that. While Ben Stiller’s sequel may explicitly address the time that’s passed, Derek and Hansel are all but forgotten by the world as the film commences, Blue Steel and countless catchphrases have never been anything less than ubiquitous since 2001. Like Mike Myers before him, Stiller’s challenge is to deliver what people want (more of the same) without sliding into the tedium of the imitators Zoolander spawned. The results are mixed, and that’s being charitable.
Total Film
pressMore Blue Steel than Magnum, this is a perfectly serviceable sequel, but dogged by repetition, it lacks the original's speed and sizzle.
The Guardian
pressDerek and Hansel aren't as hot right now as they used to be. But I still felt some warmth.
Sydney Morning Herald
pressThere are enough off-beat jokes and gifted performers to ensure a good time.
Little White Lies
pressEasy targets are listlessly ticked off and the final credits come as a sweet release
Hollywood Reporter
pressThe imbecilic charms of a character that began as TV sketch material are too often misplaced in this wildly over-plotted, under-energized action comedy, plumped to bursting point with celebrity cameos.
FilmInk
pressLike its predecessor, the best bits of this sequel are in the isolated moments...
Empire Magazine
pressIt's a likable mess, although it lacks the memorable lines of the first, making it liable to be enjoyed once and forgotten, rather than revisited for years to come.
Poo-lander... literally!
I love Zoolander so I was super hyped for the 2nd instalment. Um... NOT! OMG, what were they thinking? The only good thing about it was the game "spot the celeb." The old regurgitated jokes were tiring and at times, testing! Sometimes there are things that there should only be one of, like a collectable. In this case, open, play and dispose!
Great jokes, not so great storyline
Zoolander 2 feels like a collection of scenes put together rather than a story flowing from beginning to end. It has great jokes in some scenes but also has some very odd pacing in others. Watch it for a great time but don't remember to switch off before entering :)
Stupid but enjoyable
This movie is utterly ridiculous but serves to be very funny; the humour is fit to a certain taste, and if you are easily offended or believe yourself above 'stupid humour' then this movie is not for you. While it falls short of being anything truly amazing, it is a nice follow up to the first movie and a solid comedy.
Don't sully your memories of the original
The original Zoolander is pretty silly and dumb but it managed to work somehow. There were endless quotable lines and some pretty funny gags. This, however, was just a mess, and I only managed to snigger a couple of times. Watch Vogue's 73 questions with Derek instead of this movie - it was way funnier.
Go-Away-Lander2
Zoolander2 - Craptastically funny, please exit your head & leave your brain at the door. In the same normality disregard as ’Spy’ ‘Zoolander’ ‘Tropic Thunder’ ‘Dogeball’ etc . It is a stupidly good film, thoughtless, plot holes and a lot of it makes no sense, but there in lies the beauty that is Zealander (please don’t make another). Simple, either you...
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