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Now You See Me 2
2016 129 min Hong Kong, United States of America PG-13 12+
★6.0
Crime, Thriller
Director: Jon M. Chu
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Description
One year after outwitting the FBI and winning the public’s adulation with their mind-bending spectacles, the Four Horsemen resurface only to find themselves face to face with a new enemy who enlists them to pull off their most dangerous heist yet.
Budget:
$120M
US Gross:
$65.08M
Worldwide:
$334.9M
Starring
Jesse Eisenberg
Actor
Mark Ruffalo
Actor
Woody Harrelson
Actor
Awards
5 nominations total
Key opinion
Now You See Me 2 is a divisive sequel that leans heavily into spectacle, CGI-driven magic, and complex plotting. While some viewers enjoy its fast-paced, stylish entertainment value, others find the narrative convoluted, the magic tricks unrealistic, and the characters poorly motivated compared to the original.
| Production | Spectacular set-pieces and visual flair make the film an engaging piece of pure entertainment for many viewers | |
| Screenplay | The plot is highly divisive; proponents enjoy the unpredictable twists and momentum, while critics argue it is narratively unjustified and lacks logical coherence | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast receives conflicting feedback, with some finding the chemistry charming and others describing the performances as flat, apathetic, or miscast | |
| Originality | The reliance on CGI and the nature of the magic tricks divide audiences between those who appreciate the creative spectacle and those who find them unrealistic or lacking intellectual depth |