With passion, I enjoyed it very, very much..

Rating: 9/10 (20 February 2009)

In a fairy tale land in which almost anything bizarre can happen, you have Shrek 2. Fans of Dreamworks Animation will go bananas over this film, and it's not hard to see why. In fact, I find it hard for anyone NOT to like Shrek. While Shrek set the standard of a fairy tale film filled with hilarious moments and lovable creatures, the sequel outshines anything the original had.
Shrek, Donkey and Fiona embark on a journey to Far, Far Away, which is very much a portrayal of Hollywood. The reaction from the citizens on their arrival, however, have disregarded Shrek being the new son-in-law, and Fiona's parents aren't exactly kind to see Fiona with him. Meanwhile, the Fairy Godmother makes a plan to have Prince Charming marry Fiona, and to have no relations with Shrek. In a series of hilarious scenes and memorable moments, Shrek goes on a quest to not only save Fiona from Prince Charming, but also to find his true destiny.
There are many references in this film, pointing mainly to English canon and the recent Hollywood films. Shrek 2 is a hilarious riot from start to finish, which explains why the film went on to make over $400 million at the box office. The talents of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz are back, along with superb performances by John Cleese and Antonio Banderas. Voice acting is top notch, and the animation is high quality. In an age where 3-D animated pictures and cartoons seem to flood today's entertainment market, Shrek 2 is a breath of fresh air. Furthermore, the soundtrack is completely original and does not borrow from music artists or other films.
Overall, the sequel to Shrek was well made and done. I am probably one of those who prefer the sequel over the original, since it was more fast paced and witty. It is a classic that stands on it's own, very much like Toy Story. Everyone in my family enjoyed it, and I can't see why anyone else couldn't. Despite my criticisms for recent Hollywood fare and pop culture, Shrek 2 sticks out. So go ahead and do yourself a favor to watch this movie at least ONCE. A hilarious film that will entertain both fans of comedy and fans of fairy tale novels.
Nine out of Ten.