Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Love, Fairy Tale, Mistaken Identity, Fantasy, Satire, Witches, Wizards & Magic
Tagline: In summer 2004, they're back for more....
Plot: After battling a fire-breathing dragon and the evil Lord Farquaad to win the hand of Princess Fiona, Shrek now faces his greatest challenge: the in-laws. Shrek and Princess Fiona return from their honeymoon to an invitation to visit Fiona’s parents, the king and queen of the Kingdom of Far Far Away. With Donkey along for the ride, the newlyweds set off. All of the citizens of Far Far Away turn out to greet their returning Princess, and her parents joyfully anticipate the homecoming of their daughter and her new Prince. But no one could have prepared them for the sight of their new son-in-law, not to mention how much their little girl had…well…changed.Little did Shrek and Fiona know that their marriage had foiled all of her father’s plans for her future…and his own. Now the king must enlist the help of a powerful Fairy Godmother, the handsome Prince Charming and that famed ogre killer Puss In Boots to put right his version of “happily ever
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 With its appealing blend of animated comedy, romance, and adventure, Shrek 2 follows the formula of its predecessor while maintaining enough originality not to come across as a direct copy. Fans of the first movie will be pleased. Although Shrek 2 isn't as breezy as Shrek, it's a respectable effort and a solid example of family-friendly entertainment. The enjoyable animated romp lives up to expectations, which is more than can be said for any of its current big-budget multiplex competition.  --James Berardinelli (ReelViews)
Yes, it's for the kids, but this animated sequel may be one of the most mature movies about adult relationships ever made.--Stephanie Zacharek (Salon)
'Shrek 2" is bright, lively and entertaining, but it's no "Shrek." Maybe it's too much to expect lightning to strike twice. "Shrek" was so original in its animation and such an outpouring of creative imagination that it blindsided us; "Shrek 2" is wonderful in its own way, but more earthbound. --Roger Ebert (Chicago Sun-Times)
Sure, the animation work is great, but it's the actors and their subtle, complex vocal performances that make us care about these fairy-tale characters. "Shrek 2" is all about fantasy, but its characters are rousingly, affectingly real -- not to mention real, real funny.--Michael O'Sullivan (Washington Post)
That's extremely enjoyable for its pure wit and energy, and somehow as clever as it is, it's not enough. One wishes the same wit and energy had gone into the story. That's "Shrek 2" in a nutshell -- very pretty to look at, very hard to care for.--Stephen Hunter (Washington Post)
Shrek 2 isn't just an animated film, but a romantic comedy with a lesson about life and love. It can touch and entertain any age, and by the end it can have you clamoring for more. B+--Craig Younkin (Lee's Movie Info)
This movie is more of a formulaic adult romantic comedy than a Cinderella kids’ movie, and it plays its strings just right to please its many fans. B--Lee Tistaert (Lee's Movie Info)
"Shrek 2" takes a much needed breather from the annoying and lazy tendencies of the Shrekified humor, slowing down the pace and keeping the deeply unfunny references and spoofs to a minimum. B---Brian Orndorf (FilmJerk.com)
Children will worship this film and pester Mommy and Daddy to buy every merchandise tie-in imaginable. Most parents will be satisfied with the film and will enjoy the experience with their family, but Shrek 2 probably won't make too lasting of an impression, until said pestering begins. 7/10--Aaron West (Movie-Vault.com)
...it’s clear the sequel intends to match the wit and style of its predecessor. Fortunately it succeeds, finding new targets for its fairy-tale bashing humor. The result is the kind of summer escapism you don’t need to lower your expectations to enjoy.  --David Thomas (FilmCritic.com)
Where's the magic you ask? Oh, baby. That's way gone.  --Blake Snyder (MovieWeb)
They really don't add any new conflict...they just put a face on it, in Prince Charming. And while it's not quite as magical as the first movie, there is still plenty to keep you in your seat, in this very entertaining flick.  --Brian Gallagher (MovieWeb)
Getting to spend more time with these guys is a treat, but ultimately "Shrek 2" is a mostly unnecessary sequel. --Kevin N. Laforest (Montreal Film Journal)
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| Directed by |
Andrew Adamson
Shrek, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party |
 | Kelly Asbury
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, Beauty and the Beast |
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| Written by |
Andrew Adamson
Shrek, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party |
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| Cast |
Mike Myers
Shrek, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery |
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 | Cameron Diaz
Shrek, Being John Malkovich, There's Something About Mary |
 | Julie Andrews
The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, The Princess Diaries |
 | Antonio Banderas
Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles, The Mask of Zorro, Desperado |
 | John Cleese
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Life of Brian |
 | Rupert Everett
My Best Friend's Wedding, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Inspector Gadget |
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| Music By |
Harry Gregson-Williams
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Kingdom of Heaven, Chicken Run |
 | Nile Rodgers
Coming to America, Beverly Hills Cop III, Earth Girls Are Easy |
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| Retains the best of the original – funny characters, smart dialogue, sharp wit and a sweet moral – with less of the obnoxious aspects, and an hilarious new character. 84/100 --Brian Webster (Apollo Guide)
Sadly, though this computer-animated adventure has its moments -- and at least one terrific new character (see related story) -- it's a victim of classic sequelitis: Original idea, three years later, doesn't feel nearly as original.  --Glenn Lovell (San Jose Mercury News)
There aren't too many films that can follow up the grand success of their original with a sequel that's just as worthy, in terms of the qualities that made its successor a hit, and an ability not to simply re-create the first one all over again, but in the case of SHREK 2, they have done just that with a continued emphasis on story, humor, entertainment, emotional connection and fun, fun characters. 8/10--'JoBlo' (JoBlo.com)
"Shrek 2" is a Hollywood rarity: a sequel every bit as good -- if not better -- than the original.--Paul Clinton (CNN Showbiz)
There are some suggestive jokes within the film but most will probably fly right over the heads of young children, so it isn’t anything to worry about on the part of the parents. Though it isn’t perfect, 'Shrek 2' is sure to remain one of the most pleasant family films of the year and for that reason alone it should be one of the must-see films of the season.  --Joseph Kastner (Movie-Gurus.com)
Shrek 2 is a must-see film for people of all-ages, and unless you're a total scrooge, it has a magical energy that is infectious enough to make you want it to never end. Luckily, DreamWorks should rake in big bucks for this blockbuster sequel, so at thevery least, we'll be sure to see our favorite ogre in at least one more adventure. --Vince Leo (Qwipster.net)
Most young children will surely enjoy Shrek 2, and their parents will be able to tolerate it, at least. I can’t say the experience was very pleasant for me, though. Most of the time, I couldn’t stand watching characters, who once were used in a rather exciting and insightful manner, go to waste in such a ridiculous sequel. --Danny Baldwin (BucketReviews.com)
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