as expected

Rating: 7/10 (28 May 2011)

This one was just 'ok'. The plot is almost identical to the first . They spend a little more time setting up the plot and explaining why Heather Graham's character isn't there and why they are celebrating in Bangkok.
Instead of a baby, it's a monkey.
Instead of Vegas , it's Bangkok.
Instead of missing a tooth, he has a tattoo.
Instead of drinking the drugs, they eat them.
Instead of money, it was passwords and codes.
Instead of a trunk, it's an ice machine.
I could go on and on. This one had laughs, had fun, had adventure, but it was grittier and less attractive to look at than the first. Stu is a riot and very funny (laugh out loud funny). Allen is somehow more disturbing in this one and less funny. Almost as if he's over acting his part . Bradley..well, he's just good to look at.
Of course because you expect the antics and plot, it naturally loses something in the sequel, but it's still fun to watch , laugh and enjoy.
Mr. Chow, the monkey and Stu are the movie. The movie is worth going to if you saw the first as you love the story and characters.
Some of the gags are downright crass and there is plenty of male frontal nudity.. so be prepared.
I hope if there is a III, it's got a bit more originality than this one. I'd still recommend it.