A clever and entertaining sequel....

Rating: 9/10 (11 October 2003)

Although Back to the Future Part II cannot match the sheer joy or charm of the original movie it is still very much a worthy sequel.
Much darker than the first movie, Marty McFly finds himself zipping from the future back to the 1950's of the original film trying to correct a few messes in the time space continuim along the way. This movie is blessed with many of the original cast (although Crispin Glover is a no show) and some very clever moments. The special effects are very impressive and the movie's bright and funky take on the future is a refreshing change from most sci-fi flicks depressing and cold visions. Once again Christopher Lloyd and Michael J Fox light up the screens with top class performances and prove one of cinema's best double acts.
The most enjoyable moments of the movie are the parts when Marty and Doc get to see themselves as they were in the first film, talk about deja vu....and Marty watching himself perform Johnny Be Goode onstage at the school dance is a delight. This sequel manages to keep the story zapping along at a fast and exciting pace and the inclusion of Marty Jnr and Marlene McFly (both played by Fox) add some funny moments as does the holographic shark and the corny Cafe 80's of the future. On the down side I could have done without Elizabeth Shue's overacting and constant gurning ruining every scene she's in but on the whole i thoroughly enjoyed this clever film and I would highly recommend it. Great Fun...9/10