Nigel Hart

After watching the first film a while back I finally got round to watching the sequel. I personally really enjoyed it. An easy to follow story that, yes, maybe cliqued (you've seen the plot so may times before), but it does have its own charm. The scenery shots of Cornwall must have been a doddle to shoot as it is the most gorgeous place on Earth. I enjoyed the most was that it is a film that you just have to watch. No studying, no complicated storyline, no sex or violence. You easily just fall into the film and at the end come away with an upbeat mood. How professional critics can slate this when there is so much dross coming out of Hollywood of late is beyond me.

I only watched this yesterday due to my 17yrs old daughter banging on about this film. From someone who was able to appreciate 1987 (the year the film is set in) I thoroughly enjoyed the nostalgia. Now if you are expecting an edge of your seat plot with a big twist at the end, I'm afraid to say that you'll be disappointed, as the plot is thin and predictable (you've seen it countless times before). However, if you want a feel good, fun film, where some of the classic rock songs from that decade are cleverly crafted into telling the story, then this is a must watch. There are some well thought out jokes and parodies if you know the music and the era. I personally think that some of the ratings given for this film are a tad harsh especially when I would compare this film in the style of Mama Mia, and for all the raves that film received I thought it was ok. Definitely worth a go and just watch it for what it is. 4.5/5