Entertaining, but nothing else

Rating: 7/10 (6 September 2012)

After the first movie ended it was crystal clear that a sequel would appear. The story continues almost exactly where the first movie ended and it's quite necessary that one knows the story and characters (or at least reminds oneself of what happened and who is who). Everyone liked the first Holmes because he was different, he was more human, he was fun, he was played by Robert Downey Jr. etc. Now, a question posses itself: how is it possible that a movie with the same cast, with the same director is not as good as it's predecessor? And the answer is simple - THE ATMOSPHERE. This movie lacks atmosphere. It's not dark, it's not mystic, there are no big twists and plots to reveal. It's open from start to finish so the actual movie is about "how the game is played." An interesting concept that could have been more explored and given more power. A darker tone, a slower paste would have made this movie even better than the first one. Do not get me wrong, the movie is fun, interesting, dynamic, with great directing, spectacular shots, superb music and a cast in which one doesn't know who is better. All that lacks is a little more atmosphere and the paste of the movie is a bit fast. The only real problem are the supporting characters! They run through them as if they were popcorn. But I'll contribute that to the paste of the movie. So, all in all. Extremely fun, a great ending, interesting, but not as good as the first one. Watch this with your friend or family on a Sunday evening and you will not regret + Downey Jr. is simply superb!