Not perfect but silly, girly fun with enchanting vocal performances

Rating: 7/10 (16 June 2015)

Beca (Anna Kendrick) and the rest of the Bellas, an acapella college troupe, are still singing up a storm. A new frosh, Emily (Hailee Steinfeld) begs her way into the group as well, with her lovely voice. But, Beca has some secrets. As a senior, she has to plan for her future and takes a clandestine internship for a major recording company. Also, Fat Amy (Rebel Wilson) is being courted by a member of a male vocal group but doesn't give any indication that she is smitten with the gentleman. Then, horror arrives! The Bellas are kicked out of a national competition on a technicality. Their only chance at redemption is to win an INTERNATIONAL battle of singing, in Denmark. Their competition is very good, especially a German ensemble who has been touring the States. To help prepare, the gals go to a spa-type camp for meditation and focus. Will these Bellas regain their crowns? This is a sometimes silly flick, but the singing is tremendous while the gals are funny entertainers. Kendrick is extremely talented but she is getting a bit too old to play a college gal. Steinfeld will take over the star spot nicely in any sequels. Naturally, the costumes, sets, and photography are quite eye-catching. If you loved Pitch Perfect One, there is no reason you won't enjoy this sequel. Other viewers, who didn't catch the first round, will still laugh and cheer over this one, too. Just don't expect a perfect movie and you should be nicely entertained for a couple of hours.