Not quite as good as the original

Rating: 7/10 (20 May 2004)

I have heard a lot of reviews that say this movie is better than the first. I have to disagree. Shrek II tried just a little too hard to be as funny as the original and didn't quite make it.
Overall, the movie was very enjoyable. Of course, I felt like I was the only one who got some of the jokes (and I am sure I missed some). As a sign of the subtlety of some of the jokes in this movie, the love potion has the roman numerals 'IX' on the bottle. Of course, there are also plenty of obvious jokes (fart jokes, slapstick comedy, etc.). Overall there is comedy appeal for everyone.
If you enjoyed Shrek, chances are you will enjoy Shrek II just as much. If you didn't like Shrek, then you won't like this one.