Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

  • 2008


MOVIE IS energetic original entertaining disappointing memorable
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$ 603 Million
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Positive Reviews 38
Negative reviews 14
Average Rating 2.9/5
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1.5
is witheringly dead on; as a full fledged opera, its somewhat less memorable but still well worth checking out if youre in the mood for some pseudo Ro .. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa extends what Madagascar did best: fill up the screen with computer generated visual novelty. Austin Chronicle
2.0
The sequel to DreamWorks computer animated family hit Madagascar offers more drama and a lot more animals but fewer laughs and not quite as much fun a .. Screen Daily
3.8
The look of Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is open and sunlit.Better the wild savannah than the dense jungle. Rogerebert
2.0
Stupid, stupid, stupid.It is stupid because of its horrid misuse of the numeral 2. It is stupid because Madagascar is technically part of Africa, and .. E Film Critic
3.0
The first film at least made some effort to deliver an appropriately cinematic adventure. Cinema Blend
3.0
Nice as it all sounds, theres still plenty of slapstick and harshness, including an extended role for Nana, the little old lady from the first movie, .. Ny Daily News
2.5
With its stylized menagerie resembling plush creatures on a Toys R Us shelf, M2 surely will appeal to undemanding viewers age 6 and younger. Philly
3.0
This animated follow up to the number one family comedy of 2005, Madagascar, is a total lark. Spirituality And Practice
2.5
On a happier note: Sacha Baron Cohens King Julien has an expanded role, while Rocks zebra, who isnt as special as he thinks, provides a kids movie wit .. Village Voice
3.1
And with few current movies aimed at very young audiences, this menagerie offers more potential for humor and visual panache than, say, a movie about .. Usa Today
2.8
Fortunately, this is one of those rare sequels that is better than the original film.The plot is much better and so are the characterizations. Lariat
3.5
With Skippers crew of penguins Private (voice of CHRISTOPHER KNIGHTS), Kowalski (voice of CHRIS MILLER) and Rico having fixed an old plane wreck, the .. Screen It
2.0
The visual invention and draughtsmanship are mightily impressive; a shame the dramas a bit of a bore. Independent
4.0
A deranged sense of unpredictable wit fills the dialog and imagery, with constant gags that keep us laughing. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
It also doesnt help that the main characters (Alex and Marty) are whiny and annoying, while the best characters (the penguins, King Julien) are largel .. View London
3.0
On its own sitcom y level, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is often funny; though not a classic for the ages, it offers a good time for a couple of hours. Film Journal
2.5
Visually, the film certainly impresses with its sweeping landscapes. Boston
3.0
It came from DreamWorks Animation, creators of Shrek and Kung Fu Panda, the only major competitor to Pixar in terms of technology and invention, but i .. Smh
1.3
Its bright and simple, handsomely designed and enjoyable enough for children, I guess, but entirely without interest to grownups. Star Tribune
2.0
The original Madagascar was a very decent family animation, but this much anticipated sequel is a frankly disappointing piece of opportunism, with a n .. Guardian
2.5
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is a dizzying attempt to juggle numerous characters and navigate multiple interconnected storylines. Reel Talk Reviews
2.5
Musical numbers in animated movies make me smile, and I love to see lots of them in films of this genre. Reel Talk Reviews
2.0
Adults can safely avoid.Verdict: More colourful childrens animation Daily Mail
3.5
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is pretty tame, but it knows how to keep its own turf tidy. Ew
3.0
Cheerful and entertaining, if a mite predictable, MADAGASCAR: ESCAPE 2 AFRICA wont disappoint fans of the original. Common Sense Media
3.8
But thankfully, animated comedy is a genre where good joke writing can compensate for plot deficiencies. Sf Gate
3.1
Directors Darnell and McGraths follow up would undoubtedly have benefited from more innovation or daring, but its vibrant animation and innocuously ro .. Slant Magazine
2.5
The writing is less reliant than its predecessor on pop cultural referencesthis is a good thing, indeedbut the screenplay doesnt devise enough interes .. The Movie Boy
3.8
The sequel, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, is a better film, though less manic, more easygoing. Chicago Tribune
4.5
o gorgeous... that it took me a while to realize that the heart and the soul of the first Madagascar, the aspect that made it so special, is missing h .. Flickfilosopher
2.0
Its a whole lot of plot for a kids movie that barely runs 90 minutes, and most of the time it feels rushed and disjointed, like the filmmakers didnt h .. Las Vegas Weekly
3.0
Even letting that slide, it%26rsquo;s likely players of any age will grow weary of the constant interruptions.(You can barely move without triggering .. Total Film
3.1
And, at least for adults, safe can be boring.Kids will be delighted by the cute, wisecracking animals and vivid hues. ReelViews
3.5
Its the marvelous character animation, the palpable camaraderie between animal buddies, and the rapid fire comedy and energetic parade of sight gags, .. Seattle Pi
3.8
Energetic, fast paced, and pumped full of zany humor...sure to entertain the younguns and be fairly painless for their guardians. Groucho Reviews
2.5
Like every DreamWorks cartoon, its painstakingly animated (right down to heat waves rising from the ground) and full of intricate camera movements. Nj
3.0
The strength of the first Madagascar was its silliness.It never took itself too seriously. 7M Pictures
3.8
The first film never got past the tired fish out of water premise, and the jokes were staler than a forgotten box of animal crackers. The Star
1.0
Whether or not theyve seen or remember the original flick, young kids will eat up this manic mess, a nonstop rush of slapstick and jabbering dialogue. Oregon Live
2.5
To be fair, the film is not horrible nor is it completely unwatchable.But it is mediocre. Deseret News
5.0
Review by Louise Keller: More complete and satisfying than the original, this fun filled sequel springboards its endearing animal characters into anot .. Urban Cine File
2.5
After a disastrous plane ride courtesy of some militarily inclined penguins they instead end up at an African wildlife reserve, where Alex has an unex .. Movies Tv Guide
3.5
IF ONLY all sequels were this good.In a hugely entertaining, lightning fast, ceaselessly funny follow up to the adorable 2005 animated hit, our wisecr .. The Age
4.0
THE VERDICT This crackingly entertaining sequel is great fun, blending beautiful animation with genuinely funny jokes. Mirror
2.5
THERE was a time, back around the first Shrek, when DreamWorks Anima tion seemed interested in competing with Pixar to produce sophisticated toons tha .. New York Post
4.0
The pop culture references, the dance numbers and the in jokes we enjoyed in the first film are here for parents and kids alike, as is the irreverent .. Abc
3.1
The second Madagascar is one of those sequels that brings back just about every character from the earlier film, even if it doesnt quite make sense, j .. Christianity Today
3.5
Its a fine family diversion, but it fails to improve on its predecessor, and theres something mildly disappointing in that missed opportunity. Brian Or Ndorf
1.3
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is my worst nightmare when it comes to sequels. Waffle Movies
3.1
Yes, its all absurd, but its an upbeat and fairly original absurdity, so just get past it and enjoy the nonsense. Movie Crypt
3.0
A sequel that actually betters the original, this will appeal to raucous anklebiters with the lions share of the adult gags going to the wise cracking .. Sky
4.0
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2.0
Its the most memorable thing about a scatty sequel that provides a welcome burst of sunny African colour in bleak British midwinter.We zoom off in zan .. Metro
2.2
None of this is as subversive as Happy Feets anti religious themes, but it doesnt help either. Decent Films
3.2
But it retains basic storytelling cohesion, and the directors still have an excellent knack for well timed sight gags. Flip Side Archive
2.0
If you werent particularly enamored with the first one, chances are this isnt gonna change your opinion on the Madagascar cast Wp Me
3.0
The racial metaphor with the zebras is quite slick.There are a lot of visual gags too so at least they use the medium. Can Mag
3.0
The animation shows glossy improvement from the original Madagascar, with nature and the neo natural animals even more detailed than ever. But the kno .. Orlando Sentinel
1.0
Madagascar 2 is an overstuffed, unfunny adventure that adds nothing but length to the franchises running time and, ultimately, disappoints as both a s .. Movies Ign
3.5
It that has all the strengths of the original. It also has all of the weaknesses Kc Active
2.5
Virtually the entire nation of everyone not named Orgeron or Tim Brando has to be surprised LSU is 5 0 and ranked No. 5 in the country. 2 The Advocate
3.0
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2.5
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