The secret is out and now we can all share a second secret among us. That’s right, “The Secret Life of Pets 2” is out and features all your favorite characters from the first film as well as some new adorable additions to the lineup as well. I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed the first movie so really wanted to check out the sequel when I got a chance. Well, I finally found time to see it and I can finally share my thoughts now!
The sequel focuses on Max and Duke as their owner Katie marries and has a child named Liam. Max isn’t a big fan of kids but he grows to love the kid especially since Liam loves Max and Duke so much that he even acts like a dog. As Liam gets older and the thought of Liam going into the world without Max by his side approaches, Max starts to stress and gets a great deal of anxiety. Katie takes Max to the vet to help him and he is forced to wear a cone to prevent him from stress itching. Soon after, Max and the rest of the family go on a trip to a farm just as the action heats up back in the apartment complex when Snowball the bunny is recruited to help save a tiger from a cruel circus owner.
So, let me just start by saying that I liked the movie and thought it was really cute. It was a fun movie for kids that adults could enjoy as well. That being said, I wish the storyline was a little more cohesive. I don’t think splitting the characters up and doing A and B storylines is a good idea in a movie meant for children. It was just too busy at times and needed more focus or connecting tissues. I also think the movie lost some of it’s steam during the farm scenes.
The film does more than make up for it’s slight messiness with how cute the characters and humor is. For the most part, it is a movie you just feel good while watching it. I also loved the addition of the adorable yet unintentionally destructive tiger.
The voice cast was all very good with most of the talent from the first movie returning. The only notable substitution was that of Patton Oswalt for original Max voice actor Louis C.K. Louis C.K. was of course replaced due to his actions with women in the past that he admitted to. Regardless if you can forgive him or not, it was probably best for the studio to replace the comedian for this family friendly film. The more you can avoid controversy, the better.
“The Secret Life of Pets 2” is a harmless and safe family film that won’t leave a lasting impression but will still entertain you regardless. It’s fun for the whole family!
Grade: B
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