Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel.
Inside Out 2 is directed by Kelsey Mann which is directorial debut. Inside Out 2 is the sequel to Inside Out (2015).
Inside Out 2 was always going to happen at some point, the first film was met with immediate love both critically and financially. It's become a huge favorite among Pixar fans and while it might not be one of my absolute favorites of Pixar I still really do like the film. I think the same can be really said for Inside Out 2.
Inside Out 2 is quite similar to the first film and the plot is very similar which is not too much of a problem since the movie itself is very charming and endearing, however there are times where it's a bit frustrating to see it keep things a bit too safe. Plus the movie doesn't quite have the emotional punch that the first movie had. Having that said the positives really outweigh the negatives so let's get into those.
The cast is great and the characters are just as fun as they were in the first film, Maya Hawke plays a new character Anxiety who steals the show. Maya Hawke absolutely nails it here and completely captures the character, Anxiety plays a lot like Joy did in the first film but luckily the chemistry between the two characters is quite fun so it doesn't leave the viewer feeling bored or that they have seen this before.
The animation is beautifully done and adds a lot of attention to detail, the scenes with Riley are touching and have the awkward situations you would expect, there's some strong emotional moments here that makes the viewer fall in love with these characters all over again. I also do think it's clever they added emotions mainly due to Riley going through puberty which is a theme in this film change and how to go through it or embrace it. Really nice messages here that are absolutely relatable to a lot of people.
Overall Inside Out 2 is quite great, i definitely think if they are going to continue with a third film they are definitely going to have to step it up and not make it another "Joy and other emotions get separated from the headquarters" but the film is charming, has a strong message and is crafted incredibly well.
Inside Out 2 is available on all VOD platforms.
8/10 B+
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