Why Such Harsh Reviews?

Rating: 9/10 (12 July 2015)

The boys came back with a bang! Magic Mike XXL was far superior to the first Magic Mike. It was funny, entertaining, and had a fantastic vibe celebrating all types of women. They really got it right making the women in the film feel important and valued just for being them and the overall message was very positive about women being celebrated and appreciated no matter what size, age, or color they happen to be.
As far as the dancing goes, it was fantastic. Very entertaining and there's a particular scene with Joe Manganiello in it that will have everyone doubled over laughing and all of the women drooling. There were some new guys who were featured in the film that I thought were fantastic dancers as well.
They didn't try to incorporate any awkward plot lines that didn't fit with the theme of the movie, which they did in the first one. They kept this movie flowing all the way through with laughs, entertainment, and fantastic dancing. All of the guys played their characters very well. Matt Bomer in particular. This movie is obviously geared more towards women but there are several men that would enjoy the humor interlaced throughout the film.
Overall I give Magic Mike XXL 9/10. It's the perfect summer movie to take friends to for some great laughs and to feel like you're along for the party with some "male entertainers" that know how to have a good time. When's the third one coming?