a fun follow-up

Rating: Null/10 (15 June 2018)

Shortly after their latest adventure, the Parr family returns for more when new forces of evil emerge but despite their best efforts, the government seems less than enthused about unleashing superheroes onto the rest of the world. When a unique opportunity arises matriarch Elastigirl is called into action, but can Mr. Incredible's over-inflated ego contend with the newfound responsibilities of being a stay-at-home husband? Despite the familiarity of the characters and any initial skepticism about where director Bird can take this story, it never feels redone or recycled but instead serves up a good showing with inventive action scenes, colorful new characters, and top-shelf vocal work, along with some interesting twists and sly in-jokes about feminism and domestic responsibilities. The film is more drawn-out than it needs to be, and some excellent supporting characters are underutilized, but it's a crowd-pleaser for sure. ***