Dotsthavesp
I wanted to but couldn't!
Humaira Grant
It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.
Kamila Bell
This is a coming of age storyline that you've seen in one form or another for decades. It takes a truly unique voice to make yet another one worth watching.
GuyCC
I've never seen Breakin' 2 until last night.Sure, I've been one of the masses that adds the sub-title to every potential sequel in the making, but I never actually sat down and watched it until they had a midnight screening of it last night.I'm now one of the converted.Before I go into this, I've never seen Breakin' 1, but I don't think this really matters, nor did I get lost in a plot of complex twists and turns. When a movie starts in a city-wide dance party that even city officials get into, you know this is going to be no ordinary movie.The plot's non-important. After leaving the theater, I realized there are easily a dozen clichéd plot lines, from saving a community center, upper-class girl hanging out with street kids, the disapproving father, the evil land developer, the endearing precocious children, the dramatic plot turn that requires the gang to visit the hospital, rival gangs.... it's all here. The Book of Clichés is referenced to the fullest.But I really don't care.The dancing 20+ years later is still incredibly impressive, the music is catchy, and the attitude of the film is so optimistically cheery, that it makes it all somehow work. People in the theater were clapping, laughing, cheering, moving to the music, and the audience enthusiasm made it that much more fun. Throw an Ice-T cameo into the mix, and it's the finest grade retro-cheese you can get. I don't think it's possible to watch this movie, and not be in a good mood by the time it's over.And without a doubt, Turbo's "rotating room" dance scene is as good and as memorable as it gets.Not everyone's going to get the chance to see it on the big-screen like I had the chance to last night. But it's worth a watch with a group of friends. It's not going to change the face of American cinema, it's always going to be rooted within '80's pop-culture, and it's deliriously campy.But there's that little part of me that was just endeared by the silliness. And I watch it again for precisely that reason.Recommended for any fan of the '80's or for those who appreciate old-school dance moves.
alirock76
Yeah the film is predictable, poorly acted, & the clothes.... well! yet this is exactly was the 80's was all about & why it was the best decade ever. I mean tell me, who didn't enjoy police academy, porkies, those silly troma films & all those ridiculous teenage slasher movies. & then we have the transformers, he-man, visionaries & the best cartoon ever made the THUNDERCATS.... HO! My point is basically the 80's was about having fun & was represented by film, TV & especially music... gap band, shalamar, earth, wind & fire... kool & the gang, & of course the greatest of them all MICHAEL JACKSON (yo' all know!) So in essence remember this film, & it should make you smile & remember just how great life is & how great it was growing up & living through all those silly movies & knight rider, street hawk, tj hooker, automan, airwolf etc & you all remember leg warmers & fluorescent socks & especially wearing shorts on top of your trousers (pants lol) & Mr T long live the A-Team & viva the 80's
thujone
Breakdancing is easily the funniest fad of the last 50 fifty years. There are so many hilarious moments in this movie, you will not regret renting it.The fashion is audacious. The attitudes are ridiculous. The music is silly. But above all, it's entertaining. It's a high-budget visual spectacle that merits attention.It's also a political piece. It's about rich versus poor, haves versus have-nots. Ultimately it's a testament to the will of the human spirit, be it poppin', rockin', or breakin'.Boogaloo Shrimp is an awesome character. So is Shabadoo, and don't forget Sugarfoot. Ice T proves that he was a sell-out as way back as 1984.
Nick Napolitano
This is a very likable movie. Although the first one was better, and grossed 30 million more, I still think it is a good movie. The acting and dancing are improved, but the soundtrack is 1 star weaker than that of the first one. Here is my rubric: Dancing: 10/10 Soundtrack: 9/10 Costumes: 10/10 Acting: 8.5/10 Storyline: 9/10 Feel Good Average: 10/10 Overall Style: 9.5/10 My Rating: 9/10
