Absolute gem of a movie

Rating: 10/10 (31 May 2004)

I adored Shrek 2, even more than I liked Shrek. Antonio Banderas' Puss In Boots is a wonderful character. Eddie Murphy also turns in another excellent comic performance as Donkey. The pop culture references are very well done, and extremely funny. The final sequence is very touching and done with real class. The animation certainly sets new heights; it may not be as pretty as Finding Nemo, but the CGI is a lot better. Some of the facial expressions are priceless, and really getting to close to simulating proper expressions. There are some wonderful lines, which are bound to enter the common lexicon of movies quotes. Particular scenes to watch out for is the parody of 'Cops' - 'Knights', the scenes with Puss' eyes (you'll see what I mean) and the 'Holding out For a Hero' sequence (especially Mongo).
One of the best movies of 2004 so far, without a doubt.