Funny, Enjoyable but Dis-aca-ppointing Sequel

Rating: 7/10 (21 May 2015)

Was waiting expectedly for this sequel as I loved Pitch Perfect. It's entertaining and funny but just missed the mark for me.
First the good stuff: 1. The whole gang of weirdos are back! It's so cool to see them all together again. 2. Rebel Wilson - very funny!! Steals nearly every scene she's in 3. Finale was better than I expected 4. Beca's interactions with DSM leader were quite funny
The disappointing parts: 1. It lacked the freshness and originality of the original (duh!). They tried to use the same formula as the 1st movie, IMO it didn't work as well 2. None of the musical or singing sequences were particularly memorable 3. The commentary hosts (John Michael Higgins & Elizabeth Banks) were not as funny this time around 4. Anna Kendrick didn't get to perform a memorable solo (I love her voice) and her talents were quite under-utilized
Overall I still enjoyed this movie especially seeing all the girls back together again. It's not as good as the original and IMO the storyline (or lack thereof) plays a big part. If there is a Pitch Perfect 3, I hope they risk it for more originality and dare. Great 1st time directing effort by Elizabeth Banks though. Girls rule the world!!